2009 Lexus RX 400H Limited Edtn CVT 3.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · GF09 CXK

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 11 November 2025 at 163,954 miles, but the day before it failed for excessive corrosion of the off‑side rear suspension mounting area and inner sill. The pattern of recurring chassis and suspension rust, combined with occasional suspension‑bush wear, indicates a trend toward worsening structural condition despite the overall pass status. Across the 17‑year life span the mileage has risen from 85,831 miles in August 2013 to 163,954 miles in November 2025, averaging roughly 9,600 miles per year. The interval between the 12 November 2024 test (160,535 miles) and the 11 November 2025 test shows an increase of just over 3,400 miles in one year, consistent with the long‑term average and showing no abrupt spikes or unexplained gaps. A prospective buyer should give close attention to the off‑side rear suspension mounting area, inner sill and wheel‑arch for signs of advanced corrosion that may compromise structural rigidity. The anti‑roll bar linkage pin and the various suspension arm bushes flagged in 2024 and earlier should be inspected for wear or movement, as should the rear brake discs and pads that have been noted as worn but not yet critically thin. Tyre condition, especially the rear tyres previously marked as slightly damaged or cracking, warrants verification, and the oil leak recorded in 2020 should be checked for recurrence. Overall, the MOT record suggests the vehicle is currently road‑worthy, yet the persistence of corrosion and suspension‑component wear means that remedial work on the rear sub‑frame and associated bushings may be required to ensure long‑term reliability.