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FY59 NBZ

2009 Lexus RX450H

White Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

171,682 mi
Last recorded171,682 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 NBZ
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 171,682 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 162,871 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 155,172 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2023 154,978 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 147,039 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 141,391 miles

no reserve travel on handbrake

Fail 10 Dec 2021 141,391 miles

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

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

no reserve travel on handbrake

Pass 14 Dec 2020 134,379 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 125,932 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 103,750 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 80,729 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 80,729 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 60,845 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 60,602 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 50,274 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 41,323 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 33,167 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 33,167 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 30,074 miles

nearside rear light lense cracked

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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FY59 NBZ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in White with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FY59 NBZ, 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 FY59 NBZ registered?

FY59 NBZ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is FY59 NBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 NBZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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