2008 Lexus RX350 3.5L Petrol · WU08 HHV

The vehicle currently presents a worsening roadworthiness trend following a significant failure in the September 2024. While the Lexus maintained a clean record between 2020 and 2022, the most recent inspection at 146,233 miles revealed multiple mechanical and lighting failures. This transition from a defect-free status to a multi-point failure suggests that preventative maintenance may have been neglected, with components only being addressed after failing legal testing. At 146,233 miles over 18 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,124 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a luxury SUV of this age. The mileage data shows consistent use between 2020 and 2024, with intervals of roughly 5,000 to 7,000 miles between tests. However, the 6,172-mile gap between September 2023 and September 2024 tests coincides with the appearance of several significant wear-related faults, particularly regarding the suspension and braking components. A buyer must scrutinise the suspension and braking systems, as the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover showed severe deterioration in two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024. The failure of both rear shock absorbers due to negligible damping indicates that the suspension system is reaching the end of its functional life. Furthermore, the offside front brake disc was flagged as pitted and scored in the latest test, necessitating a full inspection of the remaining discs to ensure consistent stopping performance. The lighting system also requires attention, as the nearside front headlamp failed for both beam function and aim in the last test. The tester also noted that the offside front tyre was worn on the edge, which often indicates alignment or tracking issues that require professional rectification. Given the recurring nature of the linkage failures, a thorough physical check of the underbody and the condition of the rubber bushings is essential before purchase.