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Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT reliable? We analysed 948 real MOT tests across 654 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 948 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
95.0%
Typical Mileage
25,604mi
Annual Mileage
5,877mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT.

Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.9%
2023
95%
2022

Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Headlamp aim too low 2

Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre on cords. 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge marked yellow 1

Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,189 mi/yr
Typical
5,877 mi/yr
Average
7,957 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,093 mi/yr

Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 118 94.9% 16,887 25,034 38,919
2022 801 95.0% 18,681 25,780 35,459

How Long Does a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Last?

Based on 654 Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.5 years
Median
2.0 years

Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,604 mi
75th Percentile
36,033 mi
95th Percentile
60,242 mi
Max Recorded
108,222 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT

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

Best year
2022

95.0% MOT pass rate from 801 tests

Year to avoid
2023

94.9% MOT pass rate from 118 tests

The best year to buy a used Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.0% across 801 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 94.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT THIS CAR 95.0% 948 25,604 mi — 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
Volkswagen Golf SE TSI 87.5% 1,700 85,282 mi — yrs

Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT?

The Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.0% across 948 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 headlamp aim too low 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 Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV 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 Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT owner drives around 5,877 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.

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 Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT reliable?
Based on 948 MOT tests, the Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT has a 95.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT?
The most common failure point is headlamp aim too low.
How many miles does a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT do per year?
The typical Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT does around 5,877 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV 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 Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Lexus Nx 450H + F Sport PHEV CVT is 2022 with a 95.0% pass rate across 801 tests.