2004 Lexus RX300 3.0L Petrol · CA04 GDF

The vehicle presents a stable level of roadworthiness, maintaining a clean pass record over the last three years. Following a single failure in May 2021, the Lexus has passed three consecutive inspections without any recorded defects or advisories. The most recent test conducted on 15 June 2024 at 127,522 miles confirms that the mechanical and safety systems met the statutory requirements at that time, suggesting a consistent standard of preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. Between May 2021 and June 2024, the car covered 11,114 miles, indicating consistent but light-duty use rather than long periods of immobility. This low-frequency usage typically reduces the strain on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage examples, though low mileage vehicles of this age can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid chemistry due to lack of turnover. Given the lack of recorded advisories, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components most susceptible to age-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. A thorough check of the suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs is necessary as these can perish or fatigue over decades regardless of distance. The buyer should also inspect the structural integrity for corrosion on the sills and subframe mounting, as the MOT test only flags significant rust once it reaches a specific threshold of depth. Checking the brake calipers for seizing or pitting is also advisable to ensure the low-usage pattern has not caused the components to bond.