2011 Lexus RX450H 3.5L Hybrid electric · FP61 SYT

The 2011 Lexus RX450H presents a stable and broadly improving roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass on 24 January 2026 at 100,695 miles. The most recent test recorded no dangerous or major failures, only minor advisories: front brake discs worn, pitted or scored but not seriously weakened, a nail in the nearside rear tyre, and deteriorated front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers. A nearside rear shock absorber also showed a light oil misting, a condition first noted in November 2024 at 88,372 miles, suggesting a slow, non-critical seepage rather than a sudden failure. The vehicle has clearly been kept in regular use and maintained to a passable standard. The mileage progression is consistent and unremarkable for a fifteen-year-old hybrid SUV. Between the November 2022 test at 72,050 miles and the November 2024 test at 88,372 miles, the vehicle covered 16,322 miles in two years, averaging just over 8,000 miles annually. The jump from 88,372 miles in November 2024 to 100,695 miles by January 2026 represents 12,323 miles in approximately fourteen months, indicating a modest uptick in usage. No suspicious gaps or sudden drops appear in the record, and the overall annualised average of roughly 6,700 miles aligns with typical UK ownership patterns. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front brake discs, which have been flagged as worn or pitted in both the 2024 and 2026 tests, meaning replacement may be due soon regardless of the pass outcome. The nearside rear shock absorber's recurring light oil misting warrants a close check for dampness or deterioration of the unit itself, as seepage can progress to a full damper failure over time. The deteriorated anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers, noted in January 2026, suggest the joints themselves may be exposed to contamination and should be examined for play or knocking. The November 2023 failure for excessive play in both front wheel bearings and a drag link end ball joint is a notable historical concern; although the vehicle passed in December 2023 and subsequent tests, a buyer should verify the steering and front-end components for any residual looseness or uneven tyre wear that could indicate incomplete rectification. The rear tyre condition flagged in 2022 as cracking or perishing also underscores the need to check all tyre sidewalls carefully, particularly if the current set dates from that era.