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TAR 5H

2008 Lexus RX400H

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 3311cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,468 mi
Last recorded69,468 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus RX400H86,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAR 5H
MakeLexus
ModelRX400H
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,311cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 69,468 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 66,220 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 66,220 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 62,230 miles

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

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 21 Sep 2022 57,183 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 51,449 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 46,314 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 43,995 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 38,341 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 38,341 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 31,132 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 25,507 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 24,219 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 22,499 miles

both front tyres have cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

both rear tyres have cracks but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,021 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Mar 2013 17,547 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,365 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 10,038 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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TAR 5H is a 2008 Lexus RX400H in Blue with a 3,311cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Lexus RX400H models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 86,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TAR 5H, 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 18 years old, this Lexus RX400H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TAR 5H registered?

TAR 5H is a 2008 Lexus RX400H, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is TAR 5H safe to buy?

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