Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,278 vehicles, the 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 98%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Lexus Nx 350h CVT (2022)

1,278 real MOT outcomes analysed • 98% first-time pass rate

2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT

CarHunch analysed 1,278 real MOT records for the 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Lexus NX 350H CVT is substantially more reliable than the UK average, with a 91.6% first-time pass rate against the typical 80%—this is a genuinely strong result that reflects both the brand's reputation and the hybrid powertrain's proven durability. Dangerous defects are vanishingly rare at just 0.9% of vehicles, so safety concerns are not a factor here.

At 22,695 miles median, these cars are relatively lightly used for their age, which partly explains the low failure rate, but the real story is in the detail: owners average only 0.04 failures per test and just 0.3 advisories, meaning very few things actually break or need attention. If you're considering one, request the full MOT history to check for any pattern of minor advisories (like brake wear or fluid top-ups), but overall this is a car you can buy with confidence.

The 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (98% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

98%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

0.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.04

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 16k–29k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 98% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,278 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 1,278 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,442 Lexus Nx 350h CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 25.7%

1,140

Grey 21.3%

944

Silver 17.8%

791

Green 12.3%

546

White 11.5%

513

Blue 5.5%

246

Red 3.4%

151

Orange 2.2%

Bronze 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

22,695

typical

15,914

low mileage

29,120

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVT vehicles fall between 15,914 and 29,120 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,914 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 15,914–29,120 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Lexus Nx 350h CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 39,312 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.04

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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