LEXUS RX400 (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
40
Avg Mileage
139,886 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,505
Is the 2008 LEXUS RX400 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the LEXUS brand average of 87%.
At 16 years old, 68% of LEXUS RX400s from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 139,886 miles.
How does the 2008 LEXUS RX400 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 LEXUS RX400 has 139,886 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2008 LEXUS RX400 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
LEXUS RX400 by Year
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About the 2008 LEXUS RX400
The 2008 LEXUS RX400 is a electric with a 3311cc electric engine. 40 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 139,886 miles at 16 years old, LEXUS RX400 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
What does it cost to own a 2008 LEXUS RX400?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,505 (£125/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2008 LEXUS RX400
At 16 years old, the LEXUS RX400 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 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2008 LEXUS RX400
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
- ISUZU RODEO (2006) 72% pass rate (+4%) from 1,116 tests