2013 Lexus RX 450H Luxury CVT 3.5L Hybrid electric · VE13 HFO

The vehicle currently presents a clean roadworthiness status following a successful MOT on May 5, 2026, at 88,247 miles. This recent result indicates an improving maintenance trend after previous mechanical failures and wear items were been addressed. While the history shows intermittent suspension issues, the lack of defects in the most recent inspection suggests the current owner is proactively rectifying the faults identified in prior years. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-to-moderate usage profile, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. Between May 2024 and April 2025, the vehicle covered 7,533 miles, while the interval between April 2025 and May 2026 saw 5,499 miles. This steady, low mileage generally reduces the stress on the hybrid powertrain and CVT system components, though the age of the vehicle means that rubber components and seals may still degrade regardless of distance driven. A buyer must focus their inspection on the suspension geometry due to a history of recurring faults. The April 2024 failure at 75,173 miles revealed unsafe modifications to both front suspension arm mountings, which suggests previous non-standard repairs or structural interference. Furthermore, the 2023 test at 69,181 miles flagged debonding trailing arm bushes and worn rod pins. Although these issues were cleared, a physical check of the control arm bushings for play or perished rubber is essential to ensure the previous modifications have not caused secondary wear to the steering assembly. The April 2025 advisory at 82,748 miles noted both rear tyres were worn close to the legal limit and unevenly, which often points to an alignment issue or worn shock absorbers. Given the previous history of suspension-related failures, the buyer should verify that the vehicle tracks straight and that the current tyres show no signs of premature edge wear. The recent clean record is a positive sign, but the history of suspension-specific defects warrants a thorough inspection of the front-end subframe.