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1996 XJ

2009 Lexus RX450H

Grey Electric 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

130,079 mi
Last recorded130,079 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1996 XJ
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 130,079 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle surface corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2024 126,837 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 123,626 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 120,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 116,109 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 111,351 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 105,259 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 99,412 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 94,266 miles

engine bay & underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 26 Aug 2017 94,233 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine bay & underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Sep 2016 88,217 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 79,785 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 70,498 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 60,024 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 52,095 miles

extensive plastic fitted at engine, underbody and sills.

How Reliable is the Lexus RX450H?

Based on 114,223 MOT tests across 8,014 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
6,746
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
8,014
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 999
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 759
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 585
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 527
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 497
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1996 XJ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in Grey with a 3,456cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Lexus RX450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 82,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus RX450H fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 999 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1996 XJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX450H typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus RX450H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 1996 XJ registered?

1996 XJ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is 1996 XJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1996 XJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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