Lexus Rc Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lexus Rc car check
Is the Lexus Rc reliable? We analysed 16,149 real MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexus Rc is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus Rc.
Lexus Rc — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Lexus Rc — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1998cc
- Power
- 245 BHP
- 0–62 mph
- 7.5 sec
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- White
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- CO2 output
- 168 g/km Band H
- Emission class
- 6b
- Road tax (12 mo.)
- £235
- Road tax (6 mo.)
- £129.25
- Insurance group
- 40 of 50
Lexus Rc Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexus Rc. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexus Rc MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexus Rc to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexus Rc Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus Rc models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Lexus Rc Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexus Rc owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexus Rc MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus Rc year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81 | 93.8% | 16,677 | 21,753 | 32,746 |
| 2020 | 921 | 91.2% | 18,100 | 26,719 | 37,979 |
| 2019 | 1,987 | 91.5% | 19,664 | 28,883 | 41,284 |
| 2018 | 2,392 | 91.3% | 21,031 | 32,277 | 47,870 |
| 2017 | 3,260 | 89.7% | 23,545 | 35,399 | 50,589 |
| 2016 | 5,442 | 89.3% | 26,821 | 40,008 | 57,350 |
| 2015 | 1,872 | 90.8% | 24,336 | 37,755 | 57,294 |
| 2014 | 57 | 89.5% | 29,032 | 38,031 | 48,232 |
How Long Does a Lexus Rc Last?
Based on 2,495 Lexus Rc vehicles on UK roads.
Lexus Rc Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexus Rc 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 Rc
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.8% MOT pass rate from 81 tests
89.3% MOT pass rate from 5,442 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexus Rc is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 81 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lexus Rc Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus Rc THIS CAR | 90.3% | 16,149 | 35,318 mi | 11 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 |
| Iveco-ford Daily | 68.3% | 5,752 | 148,938 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus Rc outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Lexus RcShould you buy a used Lexus Rc?
The Lexus Rc has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.3% across 16,149 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Lexus Rc 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 Rc owner drives around 5,387 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 Rc models stay on UK roads for around 11 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.