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WK08 JHV

2008 Lexus RX450H

White Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

168,591 mi
Last recorded168,591 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus RX450H92,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 JHV
MakeLexus
ModelRX450H
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 168,591 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sills / front and rear floor / chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 154,619 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 147,573 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

front tyres wearing low

Pass 19 Jan 2023 139,607 miles

All rear suspension components corroded

Front N/S & O/S Inner cv gaiter greasy

Front N/S & O/S Inner sills and floor pan corroded outside prescribed areas

Manufactures covers fitted

N/S & O/S Front bottom ball joint covers starting to deteriorate

Rear All rear subframe bushes perishing & deteriorating

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S Rear axle front mountain points corroded inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 133,409 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 128,441 miles

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

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

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

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

light underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Feb 2020 123,295 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 114,520 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 105,973 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 98,351 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake discs corroded

Fail 31 Mar 2017 98,351 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2016 92,332 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 92,332 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 83,526 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 75,718 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 62,489 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 48,286 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 31,162 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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WK08 JHV is a 2008 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 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Lexus RX450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 92,910 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WK08 JHV, 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 18 years old, this Lexus RX450H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WK08 JHV is a 2008 Lexus RX450H, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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