2011 Lexus IS F 5.0L Petrol · L4 KBB

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding front-end geometry. The most recent test in September 2025 at 44,757 miles flagged both offside and nearside front tyres as worn to the legal limit with bald inner edges and cracking. This represents a progression from the issues noted in 2024 and 2023, where the tyres were merely advised for inner wear or perishing rather than immediate failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a fifteen-year-old Lexus, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the 2022 test at 41,976 miles and the 2023 test, where the car covered only 1,175 miles in over fourteen months. While this low mileage reduces overall wear on the drivetrain and engine, the infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, which aligns with the recurring tyre cracking and perishing observed in the MOT records. A buyer must inspect the front suspension and alignment thoroughly. The consistent inner edge wear on the front tyres across multiple years strongly suggests a tracking fault, worn ball joints, or failing control arm bushes. Because the car has sat for long periods, the inspector should also check for seized brake calipers and perished brake hoses, which are common in low-mileage vehicles. The cracking noted on the tyres indicates the rubber has reached its shelf life limit regardless of the remaining tread depth.