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SM59 VBZ

2009 Lexus RX450H

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,979 mi
Last recorded143,979 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 VBZ
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 143,979 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 136,231 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 136,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both side (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2024 129,650 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2023 119,577 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel filler pipe slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Rear Tow bar mounting area slightly corroded

Under trays/sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 6 Mar 2023 119,577 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel filler pipe slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Rear Tow bar mounting area slightly corroded

Under trays/sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Mar 2022 111,794 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Mar 2022 111,794 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 104,222 miles

Central under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Inner Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler ()

Fail 9 Mar 2021 104,222 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Inner Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler ()

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 99,452 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 90,280 miles

Engine cover and full length under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of all components

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 79,713 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All four (3.5.1g)

Front Nearside & Offside brake disc's slightly lipped.

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside & Offside ()

Under-trays & Engine covers fitted obscuring some underside and engine bay components.

Pass 25 Feb 2017 70,122 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Pass 13 Feb 2016 59,053 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 46,065 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 41,156 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 30,734 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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SM59 VBZ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Lexus RX450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 82,388 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 SM59 VBZ, 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 17 years old, this Lexus RX450H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM59 VBZ registered?

SM59 VBZ is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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