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RK55 RXC

2005 Lexus RX400H

Black Electric 3311cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,791 mi
Last recorded156,791 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus RX400H97,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 RXC
MakeLexus
ModelRX400H
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine3,311cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 156,791 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside rear service brake slightly lagging in operation.

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 50% (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2020 155,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 136,592 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 May 2019 136,261 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Upper top mount worn

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 125,610 miles

n/s/f tyre just starting to wear on inner edge

n/s/r tyre just starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 22 Apr 2017 117,569 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 108,658 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 98,560 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 90,769 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 77,635 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 67,421 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r door can not be opened from inside

Fail 20 Apr 2012 67,421 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r door can not be opened from inside

Pass 15 Jun 2011 58,706 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 58,706 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 48,221 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 29,014 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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RK55 RXC is a 2005 Lexus RX400H in Black with a 3,311cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RK55 RXC, 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 RK55 RXC registered?

RK55 RXC is a 2005 Lexus RX400H, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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