2008 Lexus RX400H 3.3L Hybrid electric · LB57 UGA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test on January 13 2026 at 109,235 miles resulted in a pass following an immediate failure for multiple position lamps and registration plate lights. While the owner addressed these minor electrical defects to achieve a pass, the recurring nature of lighting failures across several years suggests a neglect of basic bulb replacements until testing intervened. The mileage progression is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Between November 2022 at 88,119 miles and January 2026 at 109,235 miles, the car covered over 21,000 miles, representing a steady rate of usage. This consistent interval avoids the risks associated with long stationary periods, though the low mileage relative to age means rubber components and seals may be subject to age degradation rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry. The November 2022 test at 88,119 miles flagged worn suspension arm bushes on both front sides. Although these did not result in excessive movement at that time, the January 2024 failure for a worn offside front inner tyre at 96,728 miles indicates an alignment issue or accelerated bushing wear. The new owner should check for further play in the control arms and ensure the front suspension has been properly rectified to prevent premature tyre degradation.