2012 Lexus CT 200H SE-L CVT 1.8L Petrol · LB12 YOD

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by a flawless MOT history over the last five years. The most recent test conducted in June 2025 at 51,877 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This consistent clean pass across multiple tests suggests a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has been kept to a high standard, avoiding the common mechanical and structural failures typically seen in a car of this age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old Lexus, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. Between June 2021 and June 2025, the car covered 13,955 miles, maintaining a consistent annual usage of roughly 3,200 to 3,500 miles. While low mileage reduces wear on the hybrid drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluids that do not always manifest during standard MOT inspections. Despite the lack of recorded faults, a physical inspection should focus on components affected by time and inactivity rather than mileage-based wear. A buyer should check for cracking in sidewalls, perished suspension bushes, and signs of brake corrosion or seized calipers, which often occur when a vehicle sits for extended periods. Verifying the condition of the hybrid battery and cooling system is also essential to ensure the low-usage system has not suffered from internal degradation that a standard MOT would fail to detect.