2005 Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT 3.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · CE55 NZA

The vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable maintenance record, having achieved five consecutive clean passes without a single recorded advisory or failure. The most recent test conducted on 1 November 2024 at 176,916 miles confirms that the core mechanical and structural systems met the required standards as of that date. Given that the current date is July 2026, the MOT has now expired, meaning the vehicle lacks a valid certificate and cannot be legally driven on public roads until a fresh test is performed. The recorded mileage of 176,916 over twenty-one years averages out to approximately 8,425 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this class. The accumulation of miles has remained steady, with the owner adding roughly 4,400 miles between the January 2023 and November 2024 tests. This consistent, moderate usage pattern often suggests a vehicle that has been kept in regular operation rather than left to sit for extended periods, which can be detrimental to hybrid battery health and rubber seals. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components that typically escape notice during a standard MOT, such as the condition of the hybrid battery and the state of the CVT transmission fluid. While the MOT history is clean, it does not evaluate the longevity of complex electronic systems or the internal wear of the drivetrain. Inspect the underside for any signs of corrosion that may have been missed or developed since the last test, and verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these are common wear items on heavy SUVs that may not trigger a failure until they reach an advanced state of degradation.