CarVerify

Free Car Check

GV08 LKM

2008 Lexus RX350

Silver Petrol 3456cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,488 mi
Last recorded131,488 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus RX35068,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 LKM
MakeLexus
ModelRX350
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 131,488 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 131,484 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 127,577 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 127,575 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2020 123,082 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust front pipe heat sheild clamps corroded and broke

Fail 17 Aug 2020 123,082 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust front pipe heat sheild clamps corroded and broke

Pass 27 Jul 2019 115,660 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 106,813 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 95,476 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 85,292 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 85,292 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 75,543 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside edges.

Pass 4 Jul 2014 64,690 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 64,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Battery test revealed needs replacement.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear wiper blade u/s

Pass 17 Jul 2013 54,087 miles

there appears to be a small spillage/leak from the nearside front steering rack gaiter

Pass 4 Jul 2012 41,685 miles

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

front discs worn

Fail 11 Mar 2011 25,826 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,826 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus RX350?

Based on 23,742 MOT tests across 1,651 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
6,208
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 431
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 343
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 202
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 154
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 145
Full Lexus RX350 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GV08 LKM is a 2008 Lexus RX350 in Silver with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Lexus RX350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 68,808 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 RX350 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 431 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV08 LKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX350 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus RX350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GV08 LKM?

You can check the full history of GV08 LKM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GV08 LKM registered?

GV08 LKM is a 2008 Lexus RX350, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is GV08 LKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 LKM shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV08 LKM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GV08 LKM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.