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RK59 OBD

2009 Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

180,508 mi
Last recorded180,508 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT87,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 OBD
MakeLexus
ModelRx 450H Se-i CVT
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 180,508 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2026 180,508 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both sides, levelling sensor broken underneath (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both, Switched off one by one after steady start (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 177,610 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Both

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 177,610 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Both

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 168,036 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023 156,612 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 145,918 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 136,740 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 128,955 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 120,579 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 111,124 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 103,895 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 88,373 miles

Cuts in N/S/R Tyre

Engine Covers Fitted - cannot fully inspect

Fuel pipe slightly damaged (Corroded) (7.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays fitted - cannot fully inspect

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Brake Discs (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 88,373 miles

Cuts in N/S/R Tyre

Engine Covers Fitted - cannot fully inspect

Fuel pipe slightly damaged (Corroded) (7.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays fitted - cannot fully inspect

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Brake Discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 73,597 miles

both offside tyres have cuts in tread but not exposing cords

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2014 57,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Sep 2014 57,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 45,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 32,230 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT?

Based on 2,056 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
6,980
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 24
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 13
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10
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RK59 OBD is a 2009 Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT in Grey with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 87,208 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 Rx 450H Se-i CVT fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK59 OBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RK59 OBD is a 2009 Lexus Rx 450H Se-i CVT, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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