2021 Lexus RX 3.5L Hybrid electric · SA21 FBN

This vehicle has a clean MOT history, but the mileage pattern is the primary point of concern. While it passed its most recent test on 22 May 2026, it initially failed due to ineffective windscreen wipers and stone chips in the glass. The most striking evidence is the rapid increase in usage. The car covered roughly 8,000 miles between 2024 and 2025, but then surged by over 44,000 miles in the single year leading up to the 2026 test. At 81,117 miles, the total mileage is high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging over 16,000 miles per year. This sudden spike in mileage suggests a period of very heavy use, likely consisting of long-distance motorway commuting. While the MOT trend remains stable with very few defects, such high mileage in a short window significantly accelerates the wear on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking systems. Because the vehicle has been driven so intensively over the last twelve months, the risk of worn consumables is much higher than the early history suggests. You should be cautious about whether the maintenance schedule kept pace with this sudden increase in road use. When inspecting the car, prioritize checking the service records to ensure oil changes and filters were replaced frequently enough to cover the recent 44,000-mile surge.