2018 Lexus RX 3.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · 17 MAY
2018 Lexus RX (3.5L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 39,536 miles. MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024.
- Make & Model
- LEXUS RX
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Mar 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,536 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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17 MAY Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/03/2023
- 39,536 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
17 MAY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Lexus Rx (17 MAY) between March 2022 and March 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
17 MAY Mileage History
- 07/03/202231,600 mi
- 16/03/202339,536 mi+7,936 mi
Average of roughly 7,757 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
Recommended. This vehicle has a clean MO
Given the lack of defects in the MOT history, focus your attention on the service records to ensure the 3.5L hybrid system has been maintained according to manufacturer schedules. Since the last recorded MOT was in March 2023, you should verify the current mileage and check for any new MOT certificates or service entries from 2024 and 2025.
When negotiating, use the absence of MOT failures as a baseline, but ensure you check for any missing service intervals. Verify that the hybrid battery health has been checked, as this is a critical component for a vehicle of this age.
The hybrid electric powertrain is designed to balance the power of a 3.5L engine with improved city efficiency. However, as a large SUV, fuel costs will be higher than smaller hybrid models. Insurance will likely fall into a mid-to-high group reflecting the vehicle's value and engine size.
Maintenance costs for Lexus vehicles are typically moderate, though specialised hybrid components can be expensive if they fail outside of warranty. Expect annual costs to be influenced by the road tax band associated with its 2018 registration.
While this specific vehicle has no recorded MOT defects, aggregate data for the Lexus RX shows that headlamps, tyres, and suspension arms are common failure points. Carefully inspect the headlamp lenses for clouding or cracks and check the tyre tread depth and condition across all four wheels.
Pay close attention to the suspension arms for any signs of wear or perishing rubber bushings, as these are noted weaknesses for the model. A test drive should focus on the smoothness of the transition between the electric motor and the petrol engine.
This 2018 Blue Lexus RX Hybrid presents a consistent history, with two recorded MOT passes in 2022 and 2023 that listed no defects. With 39,536 miles recorded as of March 2023, the vehicle's usage is closely aligned with the model's average annual mileage. It represents a stable example of a model known for high pass rates.
The Lexus RX is highly regarded for reliability, supported by an impressive average MOT pass rate of 93.8% across nearly 18,000 analysed vehicles.
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