2007 Lexus RX400H 3.3L Hybrid electric · RJ07 XMW

The 2007 Lexus RX400h presents a broadly stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 31 July 2024 at 192,510 miles resulting in a pass. That test recorded only minor advisories: a deteriorated front registration plate, an inoperative nearside registration plate lamp, and a damaged track rod end dust cover. None of these constitute a serious mechanical or structural risk, and the pattern across the last five years shows no escalation in defect severity. The vehicle has consistently passed its annual tests, with the 2022 and 2020 tests recording zero defects at all, which suggests the hybrid drivetrain and core chassis components have remained in reasonable working order under sustained use. Mileage accumulation tells a consistent story. Between July 2020 at 164,228 miles and July 2024 at 192,510 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 28,282 miles over four years, averaging around 7,070 miles annually in that window. The full-life average sits closer to 10,132 miles per year across nineteen years, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded odometer readings, and the 605-mile increment between the July 2023 and July 2024 tests indicates the vehicle may have seen lighter recent use or spent periods stationary. The MOT record itself is complete and sequential, with no missed years, which is a positive indicator of regular upkeep. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering components. The July 2021 test flagged worn front suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides, and the July 2024 test identified a deteriorated offside track rod end ball joint dust cover. While neither defect was severe enough to cause a failure, the recurrence of front-end wear items across multiple tests suggests the suspension bushes and steering joints deserve close scrutiny for play, cracking, or premature deterioration. The front tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit in both July 2023 tests, which points to a possible alignment or wear pattern issue that may persist if not corrected. Beyond the advisories, the vehicle's age and mileage warrant a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframes, and exhaust mounting areas. The hybrid system's battery health and coolant condition should also be verified, as these are high-cost components on the RX400h that do not always surface in MOT data. Overall, the record reflects a vehicle that has been maintained to a passable standard with no critical failures, but the accumulating minor front-end advisories mean a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, steering, and hybrid drivetrain condition is strongly advisable.