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VE08 VZZ

2008 Lexus RX400H

Black Other 3311cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

164,096 mi
Last recorded164,096 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus RX400H86,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 VZZ
MakeLexus
ModelRX400H
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,311cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 164,096 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle underside has surface corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2023 157,135 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 150,184 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 137,194 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 124,057 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2020 124,057 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 112,784 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All 4 pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 102,697 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 102,697 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 90,487 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 81,569 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 81,569 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 72,665 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 65,603 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 52,482 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 41,388 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 30,409 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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VE08 VZZ is a 2008 Lexus RX400H in Black with a 3,311cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VE08 VZZ, 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 VE08 VZZ registered?

VE08 VZZ is a 2008 Lexus RX400H, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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The MOT history for VE08 VZZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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