Mechanical Condition Report

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  • VIN: 2T2HK31U38C059282
  • MAKE Lexus
  • MODEL RX 350
  • YEAR 2008
  • MILES 145,861

Inspector

  • Laura M
  • 4,232 BlueStar Inspections

Inspection Photos

Industry Awards (9)

  • Motorist Choice Awards (AutoPacific/Intellichoice)
  • Best Buy: Premium Midsize Crossover/SUVs (Consumer Guide Automotive)
  • Best Overall Value (Intellichoice)
  • Lowest Fuel Cost (Intellichoice)
  • Lowest Ownership Cost (Intellichoice)
  • Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS): Highest Ranked (J.D. Power and Associates)
  • Initial Quality Study (IQS): Highest Ranked (J.D. Power and Associates)
  • Brand Image Awards: Best Interior Design Brand - Luxury (Kelley Blue Book)
  • Best Bet: Mid-Size SUV (The Car Book)

Inspection Checklist

  • Passed
  • See Details Detailed Explanation of Failing Observation
  • Read related BlueStar article

Powertrain

Ignition / Electrical

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

  • Dash / Displays / Entertainment / Navigation / Security & Info Systems
  • Intelligent / Smart Systems
  • Interior lighting / Courtesy Lights
  • Glove Box / Storage Compartment / Cup Holders
  • Interior / Power Accessories
  • Door(s) / Gate / Hood / Hatch / Handles & Latches
  •   Hood / Gate / Hatch / Trunk / Deck Lid Support See Details
  • Body / Body Component / Weatherstrip / Moldings
  • Trunk / Rear Compartment
  • Engine Compartment
  • Frame / Undercarriage
  • Environmental Damage

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS

Fluids

Engine Oil

Full Clean

Transmission Fluid

Full Acceptable

Power Steering Fluid

Low Acceptable

Coolant

Full Clean

Brake Fluid

Full Acceptable

Washer Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Transfer Case Fluid

Not Inspected Not Inspected

Rear Differential Fluid

Full Clean

Filters

Engine Air Filter

Acceptable

Cabin Air Filter

Acceptable

Battery

Battery

Good

Emissions

Monitor Status

Ready

Tires and Brakes

Driver Front

2/32 inch
Replace
10/32 inch
Acceptable

Driver Rear

4/32 inch
Near end of life
10/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Front

2/32 inch
Replace
10/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Rear

3/32 inch
Near end of life
10/32 inch
Acceptable

INSPECTOR COMMENTS AND PHOTOS

  • Passed
  • Safety
  • Emissions
  • Other
  • Additional Info

Test Drive

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Steering wheel is off center when driving straight.

(To the right, Minor, Advise alignment check)

Shimmy / vibration can be felt when driving.

(In steering wheel, High speeds, Minor)

Safety / Vision

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light / message is on.

(Flashing light)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Wiper blade has torn / damaged rubber.

(Rear)

Washers do not function properly.

(Rear, Inoperative, pump motor can be heard, Rear component damaged/leaking)

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Marker light does not function properly.

(Left front inoperative, Right front inoperative)

Safety light (Fog / DRL) does not function properly.

(Right front daytime running lamp (DRL) inoperative)

Exterior light lamp and/or housing is damaged/broken.

(Marker lamp, Cracked / broken, Right, Rear, Bulb is also inoperative. )

Wheels / Tires / Brakes

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Spare Tire / Jack / Lug Wrench / Hardware
Inspector Comments

Wheels are equipped with locking lug nuts and key appears to be missing.

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Front tire wearing unevenly.

(Both, Inside edge, Advise alignment check, Tread is also chewed up. )

Steering / Suspension

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Rack and pinion steering gear bellows boot is torn / damaged.

(Right, Torn)

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Hood / Gate / Hatch / Trunk / Deck Lid Support
Inspector Comments

Hood support strut does not function properly.

(Won't hold hood up)

Other

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Positive vehicle appearance / condition observations
Inspector Comments

Undercarriage appears free from visible damage

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive vehicle performance characteristics
Inspector Comments

Heater and air conditioning performed well

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed, lost or misplaced item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Owner's manual

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive test results at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Battery passed the health test and terminals are free from corrosion

All OBD2 emissions monitors are ready

Brake fluid water content tests acceptable

Coolant temperature protection level tests acceptable

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label is present under hood

Inspection Point
Result
 Body clips missing on under hood panel.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Informational observations noted at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Vehicle has surpassed manufacturer's recommended service life for spark plugs. Advise maintenance record check. There is no rough running condition present at time of inspection.

Inspection Point
Result
 Additional inspection photos
Inspector Comments

Powertrain

Inspection Point
Result
 Control arm bushings are degraded and/or cracked but still tight. Advise monitoring.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Rack and pinion has minor wetness.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Minor engine oil seep coming from valve cover dripping on exhaust.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Interior has minor cosmetic damage.
Inspector Comments

 

Comments

Inspection Comments

All safety components of this vehicle were marked "acceptable" at the time of inspection.

At the time of inspection, all on-board diagnostic (OBD) readiness monitors were ready, the check engine light was operational with key on but not illuminated with engine running, and emissions components were marked "acceptable."

Seller Comments

This vehicle has new cabin and engine air filters. We also changed the oil.