2016 Lexus CT 1.8L Hybrid electric · C23 WTY

The 2016 Lexus CT passed its most recent MOT on the 5th of June 2026 at 134,997 miles, but the overall maintenance picture is mixed. The vehicle has a clean pass in 2025 and again in 2026, suggesting the immediate safety-critical items are currently legal. However, the record shows a pattern of recurring wear issues rather than a single isolated fault. Front tyres worn to the legal limit appeared in both the 2024 and 2026 tests, indicating a persistent problem likely linked to alignment or suspension geometry rather than simple neglect. The trend is currently stable, but the repeated nature of these wear points means the car has not been consistently maintained to a high standard. The mileage accumulation tells its own story. The car covered roughly 13,500 miles per year, which is high for a Lexus CT of this age. Between the 2023 test at 97,208 miles and the 2024 test at 111,589 miles, the car added 14,381 miles in just under a year. It then added another 13,736 miles by the 2025 test. This rapid accumulation puts significant stress on consumables and drivetrain components. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests is clean, but the high annual mileage means wear items like brake pads and tyres are being consumed at an accelerated rate. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components. The repeated inner edge wear on both front tyres across multiple years strongly suggests worn suspension bushes, damaged tracking, or a failing front wheel bearing. This is not a simple case of low tread from high mileage; it is a specific wear pattern that requires a physical inspection of the front end. The rear shock absorbers were flagged for light oil misting in 2023, and while the car passed in subsequent years, a leak can worsen quickly under high mileage use. Check the rear shocks for fresh oil residue and listen for knocking over bumps. The braking system also demands attention. Rear brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted in 2024, and both front and rear pads were noted as wearing thin in the same year. High-mileage use accelerates this wear, so a buyer should inspect the condition of the brake discs and pads for scoring and remaining life. The 2025 failure for a faulty washer and a blown bulb suggests minor electrical and maintenance items were overlooked. While these are not serious mechanical risks, they paint a picture of a car that has been driven hard and maintained reactively rather than proactively.