2015 Lexus CT 1.8L Hybrid electric · LS65 RDO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive repairs. While it passed the most recent test in September 2025 at 64,179 miles, the tester identified both offside and nearside front tyres worn to the legal limit with significant edge wear. This follows a pattern of deteriorating consumables noted in 2024 and 2023 where sidewall damage and thin brake pads were flagged, suggesting that components are only addressed once they approach failure. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns with roughly 4,700 to 5,000 miles covered between each annual test from 2021 to 2025. This low-intensity usage generally places less mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine, but the long intervals between tests relative to the mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as bushings and seals, which may dry out or crack if the car sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the recurring edge wear on the front tyres in 2023 and 2025 indicates potential misalignment or worn control arm bushes. The history of sidewall damage and cuts across 2023 and 2024 suggests the vehicle may have been frequently to curbs or driven on poor surfaces. Given the thin front brake pads recorded in 2023, a physical check of the remaining friction material and rotor condition is necessary to ensure no excessive glazing or thinning has occurred since the last service.