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Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT reliable? We analysed 8,139 real MOT tests across 833 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 8,139 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.2%
Typical Mileage
65,310mi
Annual Mileage
7,064mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT.

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.7%
2013
89.9%
2012

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 28
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 21

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,663 mi/yr
Typical
7,064 mi/yr
Average
8,083 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,049 mi/yr

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 5,810 88.7% 42,823 64,496 89,542
2012 1,983 89.9% 46,306 68,192 93,074

How Long Does a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Last?

Based on 833 Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.1 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
65,310 mi
75th Percentile
90,290 mi
95th Percentile
135,310 mi
Max Recorded
443,731 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2012

89.9% MOT pass rate from 1,983 tests

Year to avoid
2013

88.7% MOT pass rate from 5,810 tests

The best year to buy a used Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.9% across 1,983 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT THIS CAR 89.2% 8,139 65,310 mi 14 yrs
Lexus IS200 75.4% 546,826 87,139 mi 27 yrs
Lexus Ct 86.8% 304,916 55,351 mi 15 yrs
Lexus RX300 79% 229,652 83,424 mi 26 yrs
Skoda Octavia SE TDI Cr 90.3% 4,917 101,511 mi — yrs

Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT?

The Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.2% across 8,139 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords with 28 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT owner drives around 7,064 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT reliable?
Based on 8,139 MOT tests, the Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT has a 89.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT?
The most common failure point is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords.
How many miles does a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT do per year?
The typical Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT does around 7,064 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT last?
Most Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 833 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Lexus Rx 450H F Sport CVT is 2012 with a 89.9% pass rate across 1,983 tests.