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NV09 LXU

2009 Lexus RX450H

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

130,133 mi
Last recorded130,133 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV09 LXU
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 130,133 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 123,907 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Jul 2023 116,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 102,954 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2022 102,933 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 91,212 miles

NEARSIDE REAR OUTER SIDE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 76,698 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

OFFSIDE REAR INNER SIDE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 61,671 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 47,906 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 47,906 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 46,811 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 46,801 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/55R19 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Dec 2015 42,997 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2015 42,997 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 39,084 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 34,103 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 29,177 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 29,177 miles

Nearside Front 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)

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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NV09 LXU is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in Grey with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NV09 LXU, 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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What year was NV09 LXU registered?

NV09 LXU is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 3 July 2009.

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