2011 Lexus CT 1.8L Hybrid electric · LS11 TXE

The 2011 Lexus CT presents a stable and generally improving maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 4 November 2025 at 149,523 miles passing with only minor advisories. An offside rear outer tyre exhibited a cut not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and an oil leak was noted but not deemed excessive. The vehicle has not failed a test since November 2022, and the 2024 test recorded zero defects, suggesting recent upkeep has been consistent. The recurring oil leak advisory appearing in both 2022 and 2025 warrants monitoring but does not indicate a worsening mechanical failure at this stage. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,968 miles per year is typical for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, and the MOT record shows steady annual usage without significant gaps or sudden jumps. The 2022 test recorded 132,418 miles, rising to 136,528 in 2023, 142,973 in 2024, and 149,523 in 2025, confirming consistent yearly use. This pattern implies the car has been driven regularly rather than standing idle, which can help prevent long-term deterioration of seals and rubber components but also means wear items like suspension bushes and brakes have seen continuous service. The history highlights two areas requiring close physical inspection. First, the anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers were flagged as severely deteriorated on both sides in 2023 and on the nearside in 2022, pointing to perished rubber that can allow water and grit ingress, accelerating joint wear. A buyer should check for play in these joints and inspect the condition of the covers. Second, the persistent oil leak advisory, noted in both 2022 and 2025, needs sourcing. Common points on this model include the valve cover gasket or oil cooler lines. While not yet excessive, an unresolved leak can lead to oil contamination of rubber hoses or, in worst cases, low oil levels affecting lubrication. The 2022 failure for an insecure exhaust system also means the exhaust mounting points and flexi-joint should be examined for corrosion or damage, particularly if the repair was a temporary fix. Overall, the record suggests a well-used but mechanically sound vehicle, with attention needed on suspension dust covers and the minor oil leak.