2012 Lexus CT 1.8L Electric · GV12 ABZ
2012 Lexus CT (1.8L, electric). First registered 23 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 122,953 miles. MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- LEXUS CT
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,953 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GV12 ABZ Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2022
- 122,953 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GV12 ABZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Lexus Ct (GV12 ABZ) between June 2015 and November 2022.
The record contains 8 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 12 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)”; “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
GV12 ABZ Mileage History
- 24/06/201533,706 mi
- 22/04/201642,911 mi+9,205 mi
- 12/04/201755,003 mi+12,092 mi
- 03/04/201866,746 mi+11,743 mi
- 16/04/201978,879 mi+12,133 mi
- 18/04/201978,888 mi+9 mi
- 27/10/202098,387 mi+19,499 mi
- 02/11/2021108,560 mi+10,173 mi
- 02/11/2021108,560 mi
- 05/11/2022122,616 mi+14,056 mi
- 12/11/2022122,953 mi+337 mi
Average of roughly 12,082 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2012 Lexus CT with caution and budget for immediate tyre and brake maintenance. The MOT history shows repeated advisories and two failures in the last four tests, but it has covered a reasonable mileage for its age and passed its most recent test.
When negotiating on this vehicle, use the November 2022 failure for tyre tread and the November 2021 failure for rear brake pads as leverage to request a reduction or proof of recent replacement. The 2022 retest passed only a week after failure, suggesting the seller addressed the issues, but confirm new tyres and pads are fitted. Request the full service history to verify hybrid system checks and routine maintenance, as the MOT data alone does not confirm this.
As a hybrid electric with a 1791cc petrol engine, the Lexus CT typically delivers strong fuel economy, often 55-65 mpg in mixed driving, keeping weekly fuel spend modest. Road tax for a 2012 hybrid of this size is usually in the lower bands (around £20-£35 annually) due to low CO2, and insurance groups for the CT are moderate, generally 18-22.
Inspect the tyres thoroughly: the November 2022 MOT noted offside front worn on edge and a nearside front with tread not visible at 1.0mm minimum, so confirm all four now meet legal depth with even wear. Check the rear brake discs for pitting or scoring as advised in both the 2022 failure and pass, and verify rear pads are above 1.5mm after the 2021 failure.
This silver 2012 Lexus CT hybrid (GV12ABZ) has covered 122,953 miles as of its last MOT in November 2022, which is broadly in line with average use for a 10-year-old car. The MOT history reveals two failures — in November 2021 for rear brake pads and November 2022 for tyre tread issues — alongside recurring tyre and brake disc wear advisories. As a hybrid, it offers potential fuel savings, but no aggregate reliability data is available for the model to confirm long-term dependability.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Lexus CT, so model-wide dependability cannot be confirmed from the provided statistics.
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