2007 Lexus RX400H 3.3L Hybrid electric · LB56 RWW

The most recent MOT, conducted on 24 February 2026 at 161,103 miles, returned a clean pass with zero defects or advisories. This marks a notable improvement over the preceding years, where recurring wear items and minor faults appeared annually. The maintenance trend appears to have stabilised and improved sharply in the last twelve months, suggesting the current owner has addressed the previously flagged suspension and braking wear. A clean bill of health at this age and mileage is a positive indicator of attentive upkeep. The vehicle has covered approximately 161,103 miles over nineteen years, averaging roughly 8,479 miles per year. This is a typical annual distance for a vehicle of this type, indicating consistent but not excessive use. The mileage progression is steady and well-documented, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps between tests. The 9,191-mile increase between February 2025 and February 2026 is the largest single-year jump in the record, yet it remains within normal parameters for a vehicle that may have seen increased use recently. Historically, the most persistent issues have centred on consumable wear items. Front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in the February 2025 tests, and rear pads were similarly noted in February 2024. Tyre wear advisories appeared in both 2023 and 2024, with multiple tyres worn close to the legal limit or showing uneven edge wear. The February 2024 test also identified worn wishbone rear bushes on both front corners, a common wear point on vehicles of this age that can affect steering precision and ride quality. None of these items recurred in the 2026 test, implying they have been replaced. A prospective buyer should still inspect the front suspension bushes and ball joints in person, as these components deteriorate gradually and may have been replaced recently but warrant confirmation. The tyre wear patterns flagged in earlier years suggest checking wheel alignment and suspension geometry to ensure even wear going forward. The hybrid drivetrain and exhaust system should also be examined for age-related corrosion, particularly around mounting points and underbody sections, as these are not always captured in MOT advisories but become increasingly relevant beyond 150,000 miles.