2019 Lexus NX 2.5L Hybrid electric · LS69 OTH

The 2019 Lexus NX presents a largely reassuring DVSA MOT history, with the most recent test on 26 August 2026 recorded as a clean pass and no advisories or defects noted. Prior to that, the vehicle passed without comment in August 2025 and again in September 2024, with an intervening pass in October 2023. The only blemish in the recorded history is a fail dated 6 August 2025, which was evidently remedied and re-submitted just one week later on 13 August 2025 with a clean pass, suggesting that the issues were addressed promptly and have not recurred. Taken in the round, the maintenance trend appears stable and consistent with a well-kept example, with the isolated ABS-related failure looking like a one-off component issue rather than a systemic concern. With 68,583 miles recorded against a seven-year-old vehicle, the Lexus NX has covered an average of roughly 9,800 miles annually, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a premium mid-size SUV. This neither suggests heavy motorway mileage nor extended periods of standing, which is the ideal middle ground for longevity. There are no conspicuous gaps or sudden leaps in the recorded mileage from the MOT data, and the smooth progression between annual tests implies consistent use. At this mileage, major drivetrain components should still have substantial service life remaining, although consumable items such as tyres, brake pads and discs, and ancillary drive belts will logically be approaching or past their second replacement cycle. Given the relatively recent ABS wheel speed sensor failure and warning lamp issue, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the anti-lock braking system on a test drive. Although the vehicle subsequently passed, it is worth confirming that the ABS warning lamp illuminates correctly with ignition and then extinguishes once the vehicle is in motion, and that there are no intermittent illumination episodes over uneven surfaces, which could indicate a damaged loom or a sensor that has been poorly refitted. The nearside front sensor area should be inspected for cleanliness, secure mounting, and any signs of damage to the wiring or tone ring. Any hesitation, unusual pedal feel, or activation of the ABS at low speeds on dry tarmac would warrant further investigation, as would a scan of the ABS module for stored fault codes. Beyond the recorded history, this age and mileage of Lexus NX warrants a number of standard condition checks. Tyres should be examined for both tread depth and, importantly, sidewall perishing or cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age even on lightly used vehicles. Brake discs, particularly the rear units on a frequently urban-driven SUV, can suffer from corrosion or binding calipers from standing, so look for scoring on the disc edges, uneven pad wear, and verify the vehicle rolls freely when handbrake is released. The 12V battery should be tested for state of health, as Lexus auxiliary batteries are sensitive to parasitic drain and age-related failure. Coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid are all time-served items that degrade irrespective of mileage, so verify documented servicing and consider a brake fluid moisture test and a coolant specific gravity check. Finally, inspect the underside and suspension arms for any fluid leaks, perished bushes, or surface corrosion consistent with UK winter road conditions, and confirm the service book or digital service history is complete and stamped at the correct intervals.