Lexus LS600H Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lexus LS600H car check
Is the Lexus LS600H reliable? We analysed 7,675 real MOT tests across 593 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexus LS600H is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre has ply or cords exposed, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus LS600H.
Lexus LS600H Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexus LS600H. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexus LS600H MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexus LS600H to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexus LS600H Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexus LS600H fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexus LS600H Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus LS600H models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Lexus LS600H Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexus LS600H owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexus LS600H MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus LS600H year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 114 | 93.0% | 46,340 | 74,228 | 112,749 |
| 2011 | 455 | 93.2% | 39,552 | 63,603 | 94,510 |
| 2010 | 588 | 87.8% | 47,605 | 71,478 | 102,275 |
| 2009 | 1,456 | 87.9% | 47,350 | 77,683 | 119,250 |
| 2008 | 3,115 | 88.4% | 50,381 | 82,450 | 122,421 |
| 2007 | 1,841 | 87.2% | 48,846 | 81,990 | 120,806 |
How Long Does a Lexus LS600H Last?
Based on 593 Lexus LS600H vehicles on UK roads.
Lexus LS600H Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexus LS600H 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 LS600H
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.2% MOT pass rate from 455 tests
87.2% MOT pass rate from 1,841 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexus LS600H is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.2% across 455 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lexus LS600H Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus LS600H THIS CAR | 88.4% | 7,675 | 78,516 mi | 19 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 |
| Mercedes-benz 560 | 74.8% | 7,177 | 122,895 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus LS600H outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Lexus LS600HShould you buy a used Lexus LS600H?
The Lexus LS600H has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.4% across 7,675 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 LS600H are tyre has ply or cords exposed (91 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (82), and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (50). 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 LS600H 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 LS600H owner drives around 5,807 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 LS600H models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.