2019 Lexus RX 3.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · MA65 MAB

The vehicle achieved a PASS at its most recent DVSA MOT test on 22 July 2026, accompanied by a single advisory concerning the nearside rear tyre being worn close to the legal limit and on its edge. Looking at the sequence of results from 2022 through 2026, the maintenance trend is broadly stable with no failures, but the advisory pattern has become more tyre-focused over the last three tests, with repeated edge-wear advisories on both rear and front tyres appearing in 2023 and recurring in 2025 and 2026. The absence of any structural, braking, or suspension advisories or failures across five years is reassuring, though the consistency of inner or outer edge tyre wear warrants closer scrutiny as it is rarely a tyre issue alone but typically a symptom of suspension geometry misalignment. With an average annual mileage of approximately 12,786 miles over seven years, this Lexus RX is being used considerably above the national norm of around 8,000 miles per year, which places greater demand on consumable and wear-item components. The mileage progression between tests, at roughly 17,000 to 19,000 miles annually between consecutive annual MOTs in recent years, indicates consistent high-use rather than periods of standing, which is generally favourable for avoiding long-term corrosion, dry rot, and fluid degradation through lack of circulation. The higher-than-average mileage does, however, mean that braking friction material, suspension bushes and coil springs, anti-roll bar links, and drivetrain components such as transmission fluid and engine mounts will be subject to more accelerated wear than a low-mileage equivalent. Buyer attention should be proportionate to this usage, with a presumption that tyres, brake pads, and brake discs have likely been replaced more than once in the vehicle's life and that the next service interval may include some renewed consumable expenditure. The recurring edge-wear advisories, particularly the nearside front inner edge wear noted in 2025 and the nearside rear edge wear noted in 2023 and again in 2026, point towards either wheel alignment being out of specification, worn suspension bushes allowing geometry drift, or possibly uneven loading habits. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front or rear suspension over uneven road surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes, drop links, or top mounts, and pay close attention to steering feel for slight pulling to the left or right that may indicate prevailing alignment angles remain off. Inspect all four tyres not just for tread depth but for uniform wear across the full contact patch, and check that they are of matching size, load rating, and speed index, as the Lexus RX is a heavy vehicle and mixing specifications can affect both handling and ABS intervention. The cut noted on the nearside front tyre in 2023 should also prompt a careful look for any residual sidewall damage on replacement items, as sidewall flexing on a heavy SUV accelerates perishing where the tyre has previously been compromised. Beyond the tyre-specific concerns, the higher annual mileage means a thorough physical inspection should include brake disc measurement for wear lip and any evidence of scorching or binding calipers, which on a heavy SUV pulling above-average annual mileage is a known wear point. Check the condition of the alloy brake discs for any pitting or rust jacking that may indicate they are nearing replacement thickness. Inspect the underside, exhaust hangers, and suspension arms for any oil weeping from shock absorbers or front strut assemblies, as coil spring fracture is a known issue on some Lexus models of this generation and will manifest as vehicle sag on one corner or uneven ride height. Verify the full service history with evidence of cambelt or timing chain inspection intervals being met, transmission fluid changes for the automatic gearbox at the manufacturer-recommended interval, and a recent renewal of brake fluid and engine coolant which degrade on a calendar basis. Finally, confirm the operation of all electronic systems including the infotainment screen, reversing camera, parking sensors, and adaptive cruise control, as electrical gremlins are typical failure points on premium SUVs of this age regardless of mileage.