2016 Lexus NX 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · SA02 NOG

Five consecutive pass entries with no advisories recorded against this Lexus NX represents an unusually clean DVSA history for a 2016 vehicle approaching its tenth anniversary. The most recent test on 23 March 2026 closed out a five year streak of trouble free roadworthiness certification, with each preceding annual examination from 2022 through 2025 also returning a clean pass. The absence of any advisory notes is particularly noteworthy, as even well maintained vehicles of this age and mileage typically surface minor observations relating to brake component wear, tyre tread approaching the legal threshold, or early corrosion around suspension mounting points. A completely empty advisory column across five consecutive tests suggests either very light annual usage during the testing cycle or that any wear items approaching the advisory threshold were replaced shortly before each test. Annual mileage on this NX averages around 9,036 miles, which is broadly in line with the UK national average for a vehicle of its age and represents moderate rather than heavy use. The recorded mileage has progressed consistently year on year without any unusual spikes or extended gaps in testing, indicating continuous road use rather than periods of lay up followed by reactivation. This sort of steady, moderate usage is mechanically beneficial because it keeps all seals, gaskets, drive belts, brake hydraulics, and fuel system components regularly exercised, reducing the risk of dried out hoses, seized calipers, or crystallised rubber components that often plague vehicles which have stood unused for long periods. At 90,364 recorded miles the engine, transmission, and hybrid system will have accumulated meaningful wear but should remain well within expected service life provided the manufacturer scheduled maintenance has been observed. Because the MOT history contains no flagged components, there is no specific defect pattern to target your pre purchase inspection around, but the absence of advisories should be treated as a baseline rather than a guarantee of mechanical perfection. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, paying particular attention to the lower wishbone bushes and front anti roll bar drop links which are known wear items on this platform. The brakes should feel progressive and firm underfoot without any juddering through the pedal under moderate deceleration, which would suggest front disc warping, and the steering should return to centre smoothly without vibration or pulling to either side. Inspect all four tyres for even tread wear across the full surface, as inner shoulder wear on the front pair can indicate worn suspension bushes or alignment issues that would not necessarily have been flagged at test time. Given that this vehicle carries a full hybrid powertrain with both a petrol engine and an electric drive system, prospective buyers should satisfy themselves that the hybrid system warning lights illuminate correctly during the start up sequence and extinguish promptly, and that the vehicle transitions seamlessly between electric only and petrol drive modes without any shuddering, excessive engine cranking, or warning messages appearing on the driver information display. Check the high voltage battery cooling intake in the rear cabin area for debris accumulation, and confirm that the 12 volt auxiliary battery in the boot area is securely mounted with clean, tight terminals. Under the bonnet, look for any signs of oil seepage around the cam cover gasket and inspect the coolant reservoir for any discolouration that might indicate deferred cooling system maintenance. Finally, request evidence of the service history to confirm that major items such as the spark plugs, drive belt, brake fluid, and inverter coolant have been changed at the intervals specified by Lexus, as these are not items routinely inspected during the MOT test but are essential to the long term reliability of this particular powertrain.