2011 Lexus CT 1.8L Hybrid electric · FP61 FCE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in November 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the recent failure indicates a lapse in proactive consumable replacement. At 152,396 miles, the tester failed the car for both front brake pads being below the legal 1.5mm threshold. The fact that the vehicle passed immediately upon a re-test suggests the owner is reactive to safety-critical failures but may be neglecting scheduled preventative service intervals. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,100 miles per year. Between October 2022 and November 2025, the car covered 13,397 miles, representing a steady annual usage pattern. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest the vehicle sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to seized brake calipers or accelerated rubber degradation in components like the previously perished nearside rear tyre noted in the 2022 test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension components. Given the failure for thin front pads and the 2022 advisory at 138,999 miles regarding tyre perishing, the discs should be checked for uneven wear and the tyres sidewalls for age cracking. The high mileage necessitates a thorough check of the control arm bushes and coil springs, as these often show wear on Lexus models of this age. While no structural corrosion has been flagged, the underbody should be inspected for surface rust around the sills and mounting points.