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MX59 SOU

2009 Lexus RX450H

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 3311cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,419 mi
Last recorded136,419 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX59 SOU
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,311cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 136,419 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2025 136,414 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2024 130,336 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front sub- frame is corroded

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 123,304 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 117,748 miles

both front suspension rear bush weak

Pass 9 Nov 2021 111,776 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 107,117 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 102,368 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 92,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 82,682 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 77,888 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 65,017 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 52,934 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Feb 2014 42,309 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 42,309 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 28,839 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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MX59 SOU is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in Silver with a 3,311cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MX59 SOU, 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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MX59 SOU is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 8 September 2009.

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