2023 Lexus RX 450H+ Premium Phev CVT 2.5L Hybrid electric · 1 OBJ

The Lexus RX 450H+ presents a clean bill of roadworthiness. The sole MOT entry, dated 2 May 2026, passed without a single defect, advisory, or failure. With only one recorded test in the vehicle's history, there is no trend of recurring faults to analyse. The maintenance picture is stable and unblemished, though the narrow dataset means a longer-term pattern cannot yet be established. At 12,439 miles, the recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a vehicle approaching three years of age, averaging roughly 4,146 miles per year. The MOT was conducted on 2 May 2026 at exactly that mileage, and the vehicle's current recorded figure remains unchanged, suggesting it has seen negligible use since the test. Such low annual accumulation raises the possibility of extended periods of inactivity. Prolonged standing can cause flat-spotted tyres, moisture accumulation in brake fluid and exhaust systems, and deterioration of rubber bushes and seals through lack of lubrication cycling. None of these concerns manifested as defects in the May 2026 test, but a prospective buyer should remain alert to them during a physical inspection. The MOT record itself offers no recurring fault lines to scrutinise, which is a strong positive indicator. The absence of advisories on suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, calipers, or exhaust emissions at just over 12,000 miles suggests the vehicle has been kept in genuinely good mechanical order. For a plug-in hybrid powertrain with a CVT gearbox, the lack of any flagged drivetrain or electrical system concerns is reassuring. The test was recent enough, only six weeks before today's date, to provide meaningful confidence in the vehicle's current condition. A buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully interrogate. Check tyre sidewalls for perishing from age rather than wear, given the low mileage and potential for long stationary periods. Inspect brake discs for surface corrosion that can develop after just days of non-use, and test the hybrid battery's state of charge and regenerative braking function on a short drive. Examine the underside for any early signs of corrosion on suspension components and exhaust mountings, particularly if the vehicle has been garaged in a coastal or road-salt environment. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but hands-on verification remains essential for a low-mileage hybrid of this age.