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Lexus IS 300 H buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Lexus IS 300 H costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 62 for sale right now.
Used Lexus IS 300 H prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €42,000 | 37k km | 5 |
| 2021 | €35,000 | 60k km | 8 |
| 2020 | €28,950 | 119k km | 8 |
| 2019 | €24,950 | 99k km | 6 |
| 2017 | €21,950 | 141k km | 8 |
| 2016 | €19,900 | 130k km | 5 |
| 2015 | €16,900 | 180k km | 8 |
| 2014 | €13,750 | 134k km | 5 |
Lexus IS 300 H NCT pass rate
How often Lexus IS 300 Hs pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 79% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 79% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 79% | 67% |
Most common reasons a 2018 Lexus IS 300 H fails: wheels & tyres (12.5% of tests, more than most cars), safety equipment (2.1% of tests), lights & electrics (2.1% of tests), chassis & body (rust) (2.1% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Lexus IS 300 H problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 Hybrid | ~400k km | ~€270 | 47 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Lexus IS 300 H
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Before you buy a used Lexus IS 300 H
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.