2006 Lexus RX350 3.5L Petrol · GU56 YNB

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 22 December 2025 at 125,525 miles, so it is presently roadworthy. The test recorded a worn but not seriously weakened brake disc on all four wheels, a minor oil leak and a damaged nearside door mirror, all of which were deemed acceptable. The pattern over the last two years shows intermittent failures – notably the rear‑pad thickness breach on 17 December 2025 and the multiple advisory items on 11 December 2024 – but the latest pass indicates a stabilising trend, provided the outstanding items are addressed. Mileage has risen from 117,421 miles on 10 December 2023 to 125,525 miles on 22 December 2025, an average of roughly 4,000 miles per annum. This progression aligns with typical usage for a twenty‑year‑old 2006 Lexus RX350 and reveals no abrupt spikes or prolonged idle periods. The recorded figures are consistent across the MOT entries, suggesting the odometer reading is reliable and that the vehicle has not been subjected to excessive short‑term mileage bursts. A prospective buyer should concentrate on the brake assembly, where the 2025‑12‑22 record still flags disc wear and the 2025‑12‑17 failure highlighted rear pad thickness below 1.5 mm. Inspect the discs for scoring and verify that pads have been replaced recently. The recurring oil‑leak advisory, present in every test since 2023, warrants a visual check of the engine gaskets and valve cover seals to confirm the leak is indeed minor. Tyre condition demands attention: the 2024‑12‑12 pass noted both front tyres at the legal tread limit and signs of cracking on the off‑side shoulder, so a full tyre inspection and likely replacement are advisable. Corrosion advisories on the rear fuel pipe, anti‑roll bar, suspension arms and sub‑frame, all logged in the 2023‑12‑10 test, should be examined for any progression that could affect structural integrity. Finally, the headlamp lens products and low‑aim warnings from the 2024‑12‑11 failure merit cleaning and alignment, while the power‑steering fluid level below minimum noted on that date should be topped up and the system checked for leaks. In summary, the car passes the latest legal test but retains a suite of wear‑related and minor corrosion items that a diligent buyer must verify and budget for. Addressing the brake pads, oil leak source, tyre set and any advancing rust will bring the vehicle into a more robust condition for continued ownership.