2018 Lexus RX 3.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · LL18 EKT

This Lexus RX has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded in either of the two most recent tests, both of which occurred in May 2022 and May 2023. The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2023-05-19, meaning it has now been 3 years and 3 months without a test—well beyond the standard 12-month interval. While the absence of advisories or failures suggests no major recurring issues, the extended period since the last inspection raises questions about whether routine maintenance has been consistently applied, particularly for components like brake fluid, suspension damping, and tyre pressure, which degrade predictably over time. The recorded mileage of 23,963 miles over approximately eight years—roughly 2,995 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, especially given that Lexus RX models typically accumulate closer to 10,000–12,000 miles per year in active use. The gap between tests (around 12 months each time) aligns with legal requirements, but the stagnant mileage implies the car may have spent significant periods stationary. This could accelerate wear on fluid-sealed components such as wheel bearings, constant-velocity joints, or even minor corrosion in areas like wheel arches or underbody panels, which are more likely to develop if the vehicle is not regularly moved. Given the lack of MOT advisories, there is no direct evidence of serious mechanical failures, but a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension integrity—particularly coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers—given the low mileage and potential for prolonged static loading. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as Lexus models can develop subtle issues with brake pad-to-rotor contact over time. Tyre condition is another critical area; failing twice on tread depth in a prior history would be expected, but here the absence of such notes does not guarantee current compliance. Finally, the underbody and wheel arches warrant scrutiny for corrosion, as the vehicle’s age and low mileage could mask early signs of rust penetration in critical areas like the subframe or exhaust mounts.