2010 Lexus RX450H 3.5L Petrol · WU60 YFG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension and rubber components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 109,958 miles passed, it followed a failure just one week prior. That failure highlighted significant issues including excessively worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes alongside worn front suspension arm bushes. The fact that these suspension defects were flagged as advisories in 2025 suggests that the lower-link hardware is reaching the end of its functional life and now requires comprehensive attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per year over its sixteen-year life. There is a notable period of stability between 2019 and 2023 where the car covered only roughly 18,000 miles, followed by a more recent increase in usage where nearly 27,000 miles were covered since the 2023 test. This low annual mileage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber materials, as evidenced by the cracking and perishing of tyres noted in 2025 and 2026. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension assemblies. The recurring reports of worn bushes and axle swivel pins indicate that the bushings are likely perished or torn, which will affect handling precision and cause uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the nearside front shock absorber flagged as wet in 2025 should be checked for active leaks to ensure it has been properly replaced. Given the history of thin brake pads and pitted discs in previous years, the current state of the braking system remains a priority for verification to ensure no binding issues have developed.