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V98 GTE

2009 Lexus RX450H

White Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

183,878 mi
Last recorded183,878 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus RX450H82,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV98 GTE
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 183,878 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 183,878 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 174,602 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 174,602 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 165,392 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 165,392 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 158,951 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 154,423 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 150,840 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))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 146,264 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 140,400 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 132,401 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 132,401 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 117,465 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 104,619 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 92,117 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 75,039 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 56,136 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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V98 GTE is a 2009 Lexus RX450H in White with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) 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 V98 GTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V98 GTE registered?

V98 GTE is a 2009 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is V98 GTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V98 GTE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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