2016 Lexus NX 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · MD16 VYA

The current roadworthiness status of this Lexus NX is stable, though the most recent test on 8 July 2025 at 82,377 miles indicates a transition from a clean record to a period requiring immediate maintenance. While the vehicle secured a pass, the presence of four advisories regarding tyre condition and thinning brake pads suggests that routine consumable replacement has been deferred. The previous two annual tests in 2024 and 2023 were clear of defects, marking the 2025 inspection as the first instance of documented wear in several years. The recorded mileage of 82,377 over a ten-year lifespan averages approximately 8,200 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this class. The accumulation of miles has remained consistent, with roughly 6,000 to 8,000 miles added between each annual inspection. This steady usage pattern is generally preferable to long periods of inactivity, as it suggests the drivetrain and electrical systems have been kept in regular operation rather than suffering from the degradation associated with prolonged storage. Prospective buyers should prioritise a physical inspection of the rear braking system, as the pads were noted as wearing thin nearly a year ago. The tyres also require immediate assessment to determine if the cracking and perishing reported in 2025 have progressed to a point where replacement is mandatory. While the corrosion noted on the rear subframe mounting was not deemed excessive by the tester, it warrants a close visual check to ensure that the structural integrity of the mounting point has not deteriorated further during the eleven months since the last examination. Given the current date of June 2026, the vehicle is overdue for a new MOT, making a fresh inspection essential to confirm its current mechanical state.