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SM12 SVS

2012 Lexus RX450H

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,063 mi
Last recorded76,063 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus RX450H66,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 SVS
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 76,063 miles

All suspension component's corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 May 2025 73,330 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 68,852 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 65,997 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 63,086 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 May 2022 63,086 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2021 58,552 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))

Fail 24 May 2021 58,551 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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 10 Jun 2020 56,356 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 52,149 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 46,095 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 39,784 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 20 May 2016 34,583 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 29,979 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 29,979 miles

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

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 SVS is a 2012 Lexus RX450H in Black with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SVS, 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 SVS registered?

SM12 SVS is a 2012 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is SM12 SVS safe to buy?

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