2014 Lexus CT 1.8L Hybrid electric · FN64 KCJ

The vehicle maintains a generally roadworthy status with a stable history of passing tests despite recurring consumable wear issues. The most recent inspection in September 2025 at 53,682 miles flagged an advisory for thin front brake pads, which represents a standard wear item requiring attention rather than a mechanical failure. This follows a period of relatively clean records where the car passed two consecutive tests without recorded structural or mechanical defects beyond basic maintenance requirements. The mileage profile indicates exceptionally low usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Data shows a consistent pattern of travel, with 8,462 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests and another 3,763 miles in the year leading up to that. While this low mileage suggests less mechanical stress on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the likelihood of rubber-based parts degrading due to age and oxidation if the car has sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer must scrutinise the tyre condition specifically, as the record shows a history of uneven wear and perishing. In 2021 and 2023, the tester noted tyres reaching the legal limit or showing signs of cracking and edge wear, which often points to alignment issues or age-related dry rot rather than high mileage. Physical inspection should verify the sidewalls for fractures and ensure that the low mileage has not caused the rubber to become brittle. Additionally, the 2025 advisory on front brake pads necessitates a check of the remaining material and rotors to ensure they have sufficient life remaining before requiring immediate replacement.