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RA55 HNR

2005 Lexus RX450H

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

164,117 mi
Last recorded164,117 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus RX450H99,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 HNR
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 164,117 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 157,573 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 150,062 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 143,138 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 134,850 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 127,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Headlamp is slightly faded lense light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 119,800 miles

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

handbrake pedal nearly at its maximum effort

Pass 7 Apr 2018 111,960 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 7 Apr 2018 111,959 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 98,424 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 91,363 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 81,187 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2013 72,647 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 63,825 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 44,492 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 36,920 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 28,884 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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RA55 HNR is a 2005 Lexus RX450H in Blue with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Lexus RX450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 99,478 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 RA55 HNR, 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 21 years old, this Lexus RX450H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA55 HNR registered?

RA55 HNR is a 2005 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 14 November 2005.

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