Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 4 model years from 500 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
82%
Total Tests
500
Highest Pass Rate
2006 (84%)
Years Covered
4
About the Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT
The Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT was MOT tested 500 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 4 model years (2005 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 82%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list hybrid versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2006 model has the highest pass rate at 84% from 134 tests. The 2007 model has the lowest at 78%. The 6 point gap means pass rates vary somewhat between years, but no year is dramatically different. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Reliability Trend
The Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2005) averages 163,007 miles, while the newest (2008) averages 127,987 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Lexus brand average of 87%, the RX400 H SE-L CVT is 5 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Lexus models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT by Year
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Questions about the Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT
Is the Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT reliable?
Across its 4 model years in our data (2005 to 2008), the Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT averages an 82% MOT pass rate, from 500 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's level with the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 2006 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 84%.
Which year Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2006 Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT has the highest MOT pass rate at 84%, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 78%, a 6 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
Are newer Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVTs more reliable?
The Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
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