Lexus LS460 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lexus LS460 car check
Is the Lexus LS460 reliable? We analysed 6,784 real MOT tests across 513 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexus LS460 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, tyre has ply or cords exposed and suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus LS460.
Lexus LS460 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexus LS460. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexus LS460 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexus LS460 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexus LS460 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexus LS460 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexus LS460 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus LS460 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Lexus LS460 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexus LS460 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexus LS460 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus LS460 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67 | 91.0% | 42,124 | 67,228 | 88,312 |
| 2009 | 1,142 | 85.2% | 44,662 | 68,648 | 93,832 |
| 2008 | 1,253 | 84.8% | 42,418 | 66,987 | 100,513 |
| 2007 | 3,233 | 86.2% | 40,544 | 67,997 | 99,664 |
| 2006 | 981 | 84.8% | 49,573 | 76,966 | 103,612 |
How Long Does a Lexus LS460 Last?
Based on 513 Lexus LS460 vehicles on UK roads.
Lexus LS460 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexus LS460 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus LS460
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.0% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
84.8% MOT pass rate from 981 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexus LS460 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.0% across 67 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lexus LS460 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus LS460 THIS CAR | 85.7% | 6,784 | 69,397 mi | 20 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 |
| Peugeot 3008 GT Premium S/s PHEV Auto | 88% | 2,745 | 30,630 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus LS460 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Lexus LS460Should you buy a used Lexus LS460?
The Lexus LS460 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.7% across 6,784 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Lexus LS460 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (166 recorded failures), tyre has ply or cords exposed (69), and suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (55). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 LS460 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 LS460 owner drives around 5,144 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 LS460 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.