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RF08 JAU

2008 Lexus RX400H

Silver Electric 3311cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

146,434 mi
Last recorded146,434 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus RX400H86,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 JAU
MakeLexus
ModelRX400H
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine3,311cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 146,434 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2025 146,434 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 140,480 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 133,625 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 127,546 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 120,525 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 113,740 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 100,965 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 89,766 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 81,337 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 70,781 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 65,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Undertray insecure

Pass 27 May 2014 59,634 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 51,745 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 44,539 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 37,565 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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RF08 JAU is a 2008 Lexus RX400H in Silver with a 3,311cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Lexus RX400H models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 86,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RF08 JAU, 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 18 years old, this Lexus RX400H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF08 JAU registered?

RF08 JAU is a 2008 Lexus RX400H, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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