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BD08 BYL

2008 Lexus RX450H

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

214,985 mi
Last recorded214,985 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus RX450H92,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 BYL
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 214,985 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 193,865 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 180,684 miles

both rear brake discs rusty

Pass 9 Jan 2023 161,699 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 4 Jan 2022 157,213 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 31 Dec 2020 151,541 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Heat shield insecure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underside corrosion on various components

Pass 2 May 2019 141,178 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 133,480 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 120,200 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 113,542 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 104,342 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 96,675 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 89,062 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 78,130 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 61,982 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 61,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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BD08 BYL is a 2008 Lexus RX450H in Blue with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Lexus RX450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 92,910 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 BD08 BYL, 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 18 years old, this Lexus RX450H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD08 BYL registered?

BD08 BYL is a 2008 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is BD08 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 BYL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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