2016 Lexus IS 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · BJ65 AEC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by three consecutive clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 29 January 2026 at 160,701 miles recorded no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred in late January 2024, the immediate re-test pass days later suggests that any identified issues were rectified promptly rather than representing chronic mechanical neglect. The mileage pattern reflects high annual usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 16,000 miles per annum. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car covered 7,200 miles,, followed by another 8,540 miles between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This consistent accumulation suggests regular long-distance driving, which often results in less wear-and-tear on engine components from idling but places significant demand on consumable items like brake components and suspension bushings compared to low-mileage city-driven cars. Given the high cumulative mileage, a physical inspection must focus on the integrity of the suspension assembly and drivetrain components. A buyer should check for signs of premature wear on shock absorbers and control arm bushes, which frequently degrade after the 150,000-mile mark. The braking system should be examined for thin discs or seized caliper pistons, as the high volume of travel indicates significant thermal stress on the hardware over the last decade.