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AK59 BVU

2009 Lexus RX450H

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

159,289 mi
Last recorded159,289 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 BVU
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 159,289 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre miss shaping

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 159,288 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre miss shaping

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 153,286 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2023 153,286 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/55/19 105V (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2022 144,944 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 141,430 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 129,713 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 129,713 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 117,279 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 94,796 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 18 Apr 2016 81,028 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 68,808 miles

Both front and Nearside rear tyres worn on edges (Not to cords yet)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 60,605 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges (not to cords).

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge (not to cords)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 49,962 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 49,962 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

osr tyre worn on inner edge

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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AK59 BVU is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in Silver with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK59 BVU, 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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AK59 BVU is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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