2004 Lexus RX300 3.0L Petrol · LT04 EPP

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the most recent inspection indicates a transition from a clean record to showing emerging mechanical wear. While the car achieved consecutive clean passes between 2022 and 2024, the test in May 2026 at 38,929 miles flagged several advisories including an offside front Macpherson strut ball joint with play and a non-excessive oil leak. These entries suggest the vehicle is beginning to show age-related degradation despite its low usage figures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22 year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,770 miles per year. Between April 2022 and May 2026, the car covered only 5,716 miles, indicating a pattern of infrequent use or long periods of storage. This low mileage typically preserves the mechanical integrity of the drivetrain and internal engine components, but it often leads to the hardening of rubber-based components and the drying of fluid seals, which likely explains the recent appearance of the oil leak and ball joint play after years of clean intervals. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension to determine if the play in the Macpherson strut ball joint is isolated or indicative of wider bushing failure across the axle. The reported oil leak requires a close examination to confirm if it originates from a simple valve cover gasket or a more significant seal failure on the front crankshaft. Additionally, the defective headlamp lenses should be checked for UV damage or cracking, as this affects light output at night. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also verify the condition of the tyres and surface corrosion on the underbed, as stationary vehicles are prone to different rust patterns than those driven regularly.