2010 Lexus RX450H 3.5L Other · RO60 AEK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean pass on 24 November 2025 at 132,347 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring suspension and steering component failures over time. While the most recent test showed no defects, the preceding test in June 2025 flagged multiple issues with track rod ends and suspension arm bushes, suggesting that the owner addresses faults only when they approach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. There is a steady progression of usage between 2022 and 2025, where the car climbed from 101,751 to over 132,000 miles. The data indicates the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps on the hybrid drivetrain, though the age of the vehicle likely contributes to the degradation of rubber-based components like the bushes and shock absorbers noted in the record. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly, as the steering rack inner joints and track rod ends have appeared as recurring issues since 2023. The nearside lower suspension arm bushes were specifically noted as cracking and splitting in 2025, so these should be checked for further deterioration or audible knocking. Additionally, the history of serious fluid leaks from the shock absorbers in both 2018 and 2025 indicates that the damping system may be prone to premature wear on this vehicle, requiring a thorough check for oil residue around all four units.