2006 Lexus GS450H 3.5L Hybrid electric · M900 ADL

A consistent pattern of clean MOT results defines this vehicle's recent history, with the most recent test on 04 December 2023 resulting in a pass. While the record shows no major structural or mechanical failures over the last seven years, there is a recurring advisory regarding the front headlamp lenses having a product on them, which appeared in both the 2022 and 2023 inspections. Aside from a single advisory in 2016 regarding a noisy exhaust and a suspension ball joint advisory in 2017, the vehicle has maintained a stable roadworthiness profile without recorded defects since 2018. The recorded mileage of 139,054 miles over the vehicle's lifespan represents an average annual accumulation of approximately 6,953 miles. This usage rate is consistent with typical long-term patterns for a vehicle of this age, suggesting it has not been subjected to extreme high-mileage motorway use nor has it undergone the prolonged periods of inactivity often associated with very low-mileage older cars. Mechanically, this level of usage implies a steady progression of wear on consumable components such as suspension bushes, brake discs, and tyres, rather than the accelerated degradation seen in high-mileage vehicles. Prospective buyers should pay specific attention to the lighting system due to the repeated advisories concerning the headlamp lenses. While the DVSA noted the product on the lenses was not seriously reducing light output at the time of testing, the recurrence suggests the condition is persistent. During a test drive and inspection, verify that the beam pattern is clear and consistent, and check that the lenses are not becoming excessively clouded or pitted, which could eventually lead to a failure if light output is significantly diminished. The historical advisory regarding play in the nearside front lower suspension ball joint in 2017 indicates that suspension components have required attention in the past. Although no recent suspension defects have been flagged, it is prudent to inspect the front end for any signs of wear. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clunking sounds when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps, and feel for any looseness or wandering in the steering, which could indicate that suspension linkages or ball joints are beginning to develop play again.