Lexus Rx (2019)
2019 Lexus Rx
CarHunch analysed 2,408 real MOT records for the 2019 Lexus Rx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 Lexus RX is a genuinely reliable car, with a 95.8% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare, affecting only 6.2% of vehicles over their lifetime. The hybrid powertrain is consistent across the range, so you're not choosing between unreliable petrol and diesel versions here.
These cars are running at sensible mileages for their age (median 31,572 miles), and they're failing very little when they do attend MOT: just 0.21 failures per vehicle on average, with minor advisories the typical issue rather than serious faults. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still worthwhile to catch that small tail of problem vehicles, but the overall picture is one of dependable ownership.
What to check before buying a 2019 Lexus Rx
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.
- 📄 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) (100%) | 2,407 | 95.8% | 0.21 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 Lexus Rx 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 2019 Lexus Rx vehicles fall between 22,821 and 41,486 miles.
2019 Lexus Rx — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 2,048 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2019 Lexus Rx
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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31.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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14.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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13.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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9.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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9.5%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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5.6%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
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4.1%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019. Counts include advisories and failures.
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