Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT reliable? We analysed 2,056 real MOT tests across 173 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tyre has ply or cords exposed. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT.
Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 695 | 84.5% | 50,138 | 71,650 | 95,652 |
| 2010 | 739 | 82.7% | 55,012 | 81,737 | 112,943 |
| 2009 | 439 | 81.8% | 61,781 | 87,208 | 116,237 |
How Long Does a Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT Last?
Based on 173 Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT vehicles on UK roads.
Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.5% MOT pass rate from 695 tests
81.8% MOT pass rate from 439 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.5% across 695 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.8% — 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 Se-i 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 Se-i CVT THIS CAR | 83.7% | 2,056 | 80,750 mi | 17 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 |
| Audi Q3 S Line ED 1 45 TFSI QUAT Sa | 92.9% | 1,000 | 28,349 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 2,056 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT are shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (24 recorded failures), tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (13), and tyre has ply or cords exposed (11). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 Se-i 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 Se-i CVT owner drives around 6,980 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 Se-i CVT models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.