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SM12 EVP

2012 Lexus RX450H

White Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,205 mi
Last recorded105,205 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus RX450H66,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 EVP
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 105,205 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2026 105,174 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 99,344 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 25 Jan 2024 92,660 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 85,240 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 79,091 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 70,391 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2019 56,769 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 50,082 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 40,012 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 30,255 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 30,255 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 23,868 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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SM12 EVP is a 2012 Lexus RX450H in White with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Lexus RX450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 66,793 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 RX450H fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 999 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 EVP, 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 14 years old, this Lexus RX450H is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM12 EVP registered?

SM12 EVP is a 2012 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is SM12 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 EVP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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