2010 Lexus Is250C — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,060 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Lexus Is250C, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 87.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (76.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 25.0% in the 120-150k group versus 3.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.1% | 54 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 4.2% | 44 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.1% | 43 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 32 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 12 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 31 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 22 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 20 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 16 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 16 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 15 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 25.6% | 271 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.1% | 202 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.7% | 71 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.8% | 61 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.9% | 52 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.5% | 48 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 61 | 3.3% |
| 30-60k | 382 | 10.5% |
| 60-90k | 395 | 13.4% |
| 90-120k | 163 | 11.7% |
| 120-150k | 40 | 25.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 212 | 9.4% |
| 2022 | 216 | 13.4% |
| 2023 | 211 | 10.9% |
| 2024 | 206 | 11.7% |
| 2025 | 215 | 15.3% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Is250C
Before buying a 2010 Lexus Is250C, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (4.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (4.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Lexus Is250Cs pass their MOT?
87.8% of the 1,060 2010 Lexus Is250C MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Lexus Is250C?
Tyres, recorded in 5.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (4.2%).
Does the 2010 Is250C get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.3% in the 0-30k band to 25.0% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,060 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.