Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Lexus Ux 300e?

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 2021 Lexus Ux 300e?

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 2021 Lexus Ux 300e?

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 2021 Lexus Ux 300e reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,064 vehicles, the 2021 Lexus Ux 300e has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.8%, 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 2021 Lexus Ux 300e?

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 Ux 300e (2021)

1,064 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.8% first-time pass rate

2021 Lexus Ux 300e

CarHunch analysed 1,064 real MOT records for the 2021 Lexus Ux 300e. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Lexus UX 300e is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a 92.8% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and a dangerous defect rate of just 3.1% — essentially a non-issue for buyers. This electric small SUV is arriving at MOT with minimal wear, averaging only 23,170 miles, which suggests owners are treating them carefully and the battery/drivetrain isn't showing premature degradation.

The typical UX 300e owner faces just 0.12 failures and 0.8 advisories per test cycle, pointing to a car that's both durable and low-maintenance in daily use. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection to confirm battery health and charging history, but the MOT data strongly backs this as a low-risk ownership choice.

The 2021 Lexus Ux 300e passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.8% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 15k–30k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,064 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 1,064 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 2,112 Lexus Ux 300e vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 30.5%

645

Silver 18.7%

395

Grey 17.9%

379

Blue 13.4%

284

White 8.7%

183

Green 4.8%

102

Red 3.5%

Orange 2.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Lexus Ux 300e 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.

21,627

typical

15,214

low mileage

29,816

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Lexus Ux 300e vehicles fall between 15,214 and 29,816 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,214 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.

✓ 15,214–29,816 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Lexus Ux 300es sit.

⚠ Over 40,251 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

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.12

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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