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Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT reliable? We analysed 396 real MOT tests across 136 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 396 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.4%
Typical Mileage
61,105mi
Annual Mileage
8,353mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
12yrs

The Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT.

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.1%
2014

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,066 mi/yr
Typical
8,353 mi/yr
Average
12,328 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,685 mi/yr

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2014 64 89.1% 69,439 108,422 195,248

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
61,105 mi
75th Percentile
87,894 mi
95th Percentile
202,740 mi
Max Recorded
574,910 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2014

89.1% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

The best year to buy a used Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.1% across 64 tests.

How Does the Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT THIS CAR 92.4% 396 61,105 mi 12 yrs
Lexus IS200 75.4% 546,826 87,139 mi 27 yrs
Lexus Ct 86.8% 304,916 55,351 mi 15 yrs
Lexus RX300 79% 229,652 83,424 mi 26 yrs
Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV 92.9% 579 27,138 mi — yrs

Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT?

The Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.4% across 396 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre has ply or cords exposed with 2 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT owner drives around 8,353 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT models stay on UK roads for around 12 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT reliable?
Based on 396 MOT tests, the Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT has a 92.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT?
The most common failure point is tyre has ply or cords exposed.
How many miles does a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT do per year?
The typical Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT does around 8,353 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT last?
Most Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT models stay on UK roads for around 12 years based on our analysis of 136 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Lexus Is 300H Executive Edition CVT is 2014 with a 89.1% pass rate across 64 tests.