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PV55 CHY

2005 Lexus RX400H

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 3311cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

155,770 mi
Last recorded155,770 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus RX400H97,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV55 CHY
MakeLexus
ModelRX400H
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,311cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 155,770 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 146,506 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 140,267 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 132,982 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 122,299 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 112,177 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 108,671 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 103,827 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 103,827 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 102,518 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 102,518 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 91,867 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2017 91,867 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 84,082 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 84,082 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 77,482 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber gaiter split

Offside Rear shock absorber gaiter split

Pass 13 Nov 2014 71,247 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 62,709 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 55,761 miles

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 49,082 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 49,082 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 41,693 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 34,748 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus RX400H?

Based on 166,693 MOT tests across 9,581 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
6,972
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
9,581
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,118
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,334
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1,103
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,023
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 992
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PV55 CHY is a 2005 Lexus RX400H in Black with a 3,311cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Lexus RX400H models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 97,551 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 RX400H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PV55 CHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX400H typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus RX400H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PV55 CHY registered?

PV55 CHY is a 2005 Lexus RX400H, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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