2007 Lexus Rx350 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,046 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Lexus Rx350, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 80.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 27.1% in the 150k+ group versus 9.9% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 10.6% | 216 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 8.7% | 178 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.1% | 125 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 4.5% | 93 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.8% | 77 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.1% | 63 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 90 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 87 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 79 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 66 |
| 5 | Wipers | 62 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 53 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 39.2% | 802 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.1% | 575 |
| 3 | Tyres | 24.6% | 504 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 14.6% | 298 |
| 5 | Other defects | 11.1% | 226 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 191 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 131 | 9.9% |
| 60-90k | 506 | 17.0% |
| 90-120k | 733 | 20.2% |
| 120-150k | 416 | 22.6% |
| 150k+ | 251 | 27.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 491 | 17.3% |
| 2022 | 464 | 20.0% |
| 2023 | 416 | 19.0% |
| 2024 | 355 | 20.8% |
| 2025 | 320 | 24.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Rx350
Before buying a 2007 Lexus Rx350, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 10.6% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (10.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (8.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 2007 Lexus Rx350s pass their MOT?
80.0% of the 2,046 2007 Lexus Rx350 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Lexus Rx350?
Brakes, recorded in 10.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (8.7%).
Does the 2007 Rx350 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.9% in the 30-60k band to 27.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,046 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.