SuspensionLow
Damper and bush wear
Suspension refresh (per axle)£250–£1,100
Inspect · Check for weeping dampers and knocks
2013–2022 Lexus IS · common fault repair costs
What the known faults on this Lexus IS typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.
Cost at a glance
- Most expensive fault
- £250–£1,100
- Top three risks, from
- £750
- Worst case, everything
- £3,150
The single priciest documented job on the 2013–2022 Lexus IS is suspension refresh (per axle) at £250–£1,100. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £830–£3,150 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.
Cost per fault
BatteryMedium
Hybrid battery degradation on high mileage cars
EGR valve / cooler replacement£300–£900
Inspect · Get a hybrid health check before purchase
BrakesMedium
Rear disc corrosion from regen use
Brakes (discs, pads, caliper)£200–£800
Inspect · Inspect discs for pitting and scale
BodyLow
Kerbed alloys and parking damage
Minor repair or adjustment£80–£350
Inspect · Inspect wheels and bumper corners
Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.
Inspecting a Lexus IS this week?
Build a tickable checklist for the exact car in front of you, record faults with photos, and hand the buyer a report.