2018 Lexus RX 3.5L Hybrid electric · PH11 CDB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on March 31, 2026, 84,175 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent shift from proactive care to reactive repairs. While the previous three annual tests resulted in clean passes without defects, the failure just five days prior at 84,088 miles indicates critical wear on both braking components and tyres. This suggests that the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until the legal threshold was reached rather than following standard service intervals. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for an eight-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. Between March 2023 and March 2026, the vehicle covered 36,435 miles, maintaining a steady annual accumulation of roughly 12,000 miles. The most recent interval of 11,709 miles between the March 2025 and 2026 tests confirms this consistent usage, suggesting the car is not subject to long periods of standing that might lead to corrosion or degradation of rubber components. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as the recent failure flagged both rear brake pads at dangerously thin 1.1mm levels. While these were replaced to secure the pass, the inspector must verify that calipers are not sticking or binding, which could cause such premature wear. The front tyres also fell below the 1.6mm legal limit, so the remaining tyres should be checked for uneven wear that might indicate alignment issues. Given the lack of structural advisories in the history, the focus should remain on the suspension bushings and shock absorbers to ensure the high mileage has not revealed underlying mechanical fatigue.