2011 Lexus IS250 2.5L Petrol · LS11 TXA

The 2011 Lexus IS250 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean pass on 20 January 2026 at 108,895 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a significant turnaround from the February 2025 test cycle, where the car initially failed on a low-priority washer fluid defect before passing the retest on the same day. More importantly, the 2025 advisories flagged multiple suspension and braking concerns, including worn front rear wishbone bushes, reduced damping effect in both rear shock absorbers, and worn, pitted rear brake discs. The fact that none of these items appear in the January 2026 record suggests the previous owner addressed them promptly, which is a positive indicator of responsible upkeep in the most recent ownership period. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,260 miles per year over fifteen years is entirely typical for a vehicle of this age and class. The record shows a notable jump of approximately 11,865 miles between the January 2024 test at 91,009 miles and the February 2025 test at 102,874 miles, representing a single year's worth of above-average use. This could indicate a change in ownership or a shift from light commuting to regular longer-distance driving. The gap between February 2025 and January 2026 shows a more moderate increase of around 6,021 miles, consistent with steady but not excessive use. There are no suspicious mileage reversals or large unexplained gaps in the record. A buyer inspecting this car in person should focus on the suspension components that have historically drawn attention. The front rear wishbone bushes and rear shock absorbers were flagged in February 2025, so checking for clunking over uneven surfaces, uneven tyre wear patterns, and bounce testing the rear end would confirm whether the repairs have held. The rear brake discs were noted as worn and pitted, so inspecting for lipping, scoring, and thickness variation is worthwhile. The steering rack inner joint play flagged in January 2024 and the inner track rod end ball joint play from January 2023 both relate to the same steering system, so a thorough check for vagueness at the wheel and uneven steering effort across full lock would be prudent. Given the car's age, an underbody inspection for corrosion around suspension mounting points, subframes, and brake lines remains essential, even though no structural corrosion has appeared on the record.