LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT (2009)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
45
Avg Mileage
134,764 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the LEXUS brand average of 87%.
At 15 years old, 96% of LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVTs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 134,764 miles.
How does the 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT has 134,764 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT
The 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT is a premium performance with a 3311cc petrol engine. 45 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 4% of all 2009 cars for reliability.
With an average of 134,764 miles at 15 years old, LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT Fuel Costs
The 3311cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT
At 15 years old, the LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 45 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2009 LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT
The LEXUS RX 400H LIMITED EDTN CVT is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premium performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- LEXUS RX450H (2010) 86% pass rate (-10%) from 4,300 tests
- LEXUS RX400H (2007) 80% pass rate (-16%) from 3,975 tests
- TOYOTA ALPHARD (2007) 86% pass rate (-10%) from 3,310 tests
- LEXUS GS450H (2007) 84% pass rate (-12%) from 694 tests