2015 Lexus IS 2.5L Hybrid electric · LM65 XSP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in February 2026 at 66,151 miles resulted in an advisory for rear brake pads wearing thin. This follows a similar advisory from February 2025 at 57,890 miles, where both front and rear pads were flagged for wear. While the car consistently passes tests, the recurring flagging of brake components suggests the previous owner only addresses faults once they reach an advisory threshold. The mileage profile is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. The data shows a significant gap in usage between January 2023 at 47,582 miles and February 2024 at 51,357 miles, where only under 4,000 miles were covered. However, usage increased recently with over 8,700 miles driven in the final year. This low annual mileage can sometimes lead to dry-rott components or brake corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system to ensure the thin pads have been replaced, as the record shows two consecutive years of thinning. The failure in February 2024 due to a structural bulge in the nearside front tyre indicates a previous impact or a manufacturing defect, necessitating a check of the remaining tyres for sidewall damage. Given the age and low mileage, the inspector should also examine suspension bushes and rubber seals for cracking or per, as these components often perish through age regardless of mileage.