2009 Lexus RX 450H SE-L CVT 3.5L Petrol · LT59 RYN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift in mechanical condition after several years of clean records. While the car passed without defects between 2022 and 2024, the July 11, 2025 test at 150,913 miles revealed a failure due to a blown position lamp and multiple suspension issues. The subsequent pass on the same day suggests these faults were rectified, but the suspension is now reaching the end of its service life. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,877 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 133,974 miles and July 2025 at 150,913 miles, the car covered roughly 17,000 miles, showing steady usage patterns. The gap of about 2,800 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows normal operation, but the mileage accumulation over the last three years has triggered the degradation of rubber-based components seen in the latest MOT report. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension assembly. The 2025 record flagged worn pins and bushes on both front lower suspension arms and both rear trailing arms. Although these did not result in an immediate failure at that time, widespread wear across all four corners is often a precursor to uneven tyre wear and degraded handling. The buyer should check for visible tears or cracks in the bushings and listen for knocks over uneven surfaces which would indicate further mechanical play. The damage to the offside front windscreen noted in July 2025 should also be monitored to ensure the crack does not spread across the driver's view. Given the age and mileage of this hybrid Lexus, attention should also be paid to the condition of the CVT transmission and hybrid battery system, as the MOT record only covers mechanical and safety items. The history suggests a well-maintained vehicle is now entering a phase where preventative maintenance of rubber components is necessary to prevent further failures.