Lexus Rc (2017)
2017 Lexus Rc
CarHunch analysed 441 real MOT records for the 2017 Lexus Rc. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Lexus RC is a genuinely reliable car, passing its MOT first time in 91% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—though nearly a quarter (23.6%) have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, which is a meaningful concern for buyers. The hybrid powertrain delivers this performance consistently across the 413 vehicles analysed.
These cars are running light for their age, with a median of 36,141 miles, which partly explains the strong pass rate and low failure average of 0.71 per vehicle. The real story is in the advisories: at 5.0 per test, owners face moderate maintenance nags, typically wear items rather than structural problems. When shopping, prioritise a pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension and brake components, where advisory patterns cluster, rather than worrying about engine reliability.
What to check before buying a 2017 Lexus Rc
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 23.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (94%) | 413 | 90.8% | 0.73 |
| Petrol (6%) | 28 | 93.7% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Lexus Rc vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Lexus Rc vehicles fall between 26,835 and 46,637 miles.
2017 Lexus Rc — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 414 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Lexus Rc
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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44.7%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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42.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.7%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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20.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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20.4%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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18.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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11.1%
Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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