2021 Lexus RX 3.5L Hybrid electric · SJ71 XTU

The 2021 Lexus RX presents a stable, unremarkable maintenance trend based on its two most recent MOT tests, both passed with zero recorded defects. The latest test, completed on 29 July 2025 at 23,517 miles, showed no outstanding advisories or failures, and the preceding test on 2 August 2024 at 19,894 miles returned an identical clean result, with no recurring mechanical or structural issues flagged across the full test history. As a 5-year-old vehicle as of mid-2026, its recorded 23,517 miles equates to roughly 4,700 miles per year, significantly below the UK average for its age cohort. The 12-month interval between the two MOTs saw a consistent 3,623-mile increase, with no unexplained jumps or gaps in recorded mileage that would suggest irregular use or tampering. The sparse but consecutive annual test record confirms the vehicle has remained compliant with MOT requirements without interruption, and the steady mileage progression points to regular, light use rather than extended periods of standing still. While the official MOT record shows no defects, a buyer should still conduct a targeted in-person inspection to account for age-related wear that does not always trigger MOT failures. Check rubber suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing or cracking, as these components degrade with time even under low use. Examine brake discs and caliper pistons for surface corrosion or binding, a common issue for vehicles driven infrequently, and check the exhaust system for rust at mounting points and joints that may have developed since the last test. Inspect the underbody and wheel arches for non-structural corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has been regularly driven on gritted roads in winter, as early-stage rust often does not appear on MOT reports until it compromises structural integrity. Cross-reference the recorded MOT mileage against service history stamps and the vehicle’s dashboard odometer to confirm there is no evidence of clocking, a common risk for low-mileage used cars, and verify that all scheduled servicing has been completed in line with Lexus’s recommended intervals to confirm the low mileage is genuine.