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BU09 VFZ

2009 Lexus RX450H

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

146,150 mi
Last recorded146,150 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 VFZ
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 146,150 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 146,150 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 139,062 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 130,374 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 126,183 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 119,676 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 112,178 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 105,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and slightly misshapen (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 101,187 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 96,903 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 89,779 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 82,627 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 75,975 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 69,713 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 63,219 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 55,582 miles

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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BU09 VFZ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in Black 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 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 BU09 VFZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU09 VFZ registered?

BU09 VFZ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 12 August 2009.

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The MOT history for BU09 VFZ 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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