LEXUS LS2008 · 4.6L PETROL

This 2008 Lexus LS has covered only 95,350 miles in 18 years, averaging roughly 5,300 miles annually. That low mileage relative to age suggests either very light use or extended periods of standing, both of which can mask wear that only emerges under regular driving. The MOT record shows a clear and worsening pattern of suspension deterioration over the past three years, which is the main concern. The most recent MOT in November 2025 flagged slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. This is a step up from the previous year's December 2024 test, which recorded worn pins or bushes on both sides but without excessive movement. By February 2024, the examiners noted worn suspension components on both upper and lower arms on both sides, alongside brake disc wear and corrosion to brake pipes and suspension parts. The progression is clear: what started as wear without excessive play has now developed into actual play in a critical joint, suggesting the suspension is degrading faster than the low annual mileage would normally predict. Brake condition is also a concern. The February 2024 MOT recorded worn, pitted, and scored brake discs front and rear, and the April 2022 test noted fluctuating front service brake pressure. Brake pipes showed slight corrosion in 2024.