2019 Lexus IS 2.5L Hybrid electric · BN69 HDG

This 2019 Lexus IS has just passed its MOT on 22 May 2026 with no recorded defects, which is a positive recent sign. However, the history reveals a significant issue that emerged and was then resolved: in April 2024, at 52,227 miles, the vehicle failed its MOT due to both front tyres showing exposed ply or cords—a serious safety failure indicating severe tread wear. The offside wiper also failed to clear effectively at that time. A retest two weeks later showed the tyres had been replaced and the wiper issue addressed, though a rear differential oil leak was noted as minor. The vehicle's mileage of 68,729 miles at nearly seven years old works out to roughly 9,800 miles annually, which is typical for its age. This suggests normal, steady use rather than neglect or exceptionally hard driving. The gap between the May 2023 pass and the April 2024 failure points to a concentrated period of wear or possibly a change in maintenance habits, since the vehicle went from clean to tyre failure within less than a year and under 13,000 miles of reported driving. The trend appears to have stabilized since the April 2024 repairs. The vehicle passed cleanly in October 2023 and again in May 2026, with no new defects emerging. This suggests the tyres and wiper were properly attended to and that the underlying mechanical condition is sound.