2018 Lexus CT 1.8L Hybrid electric · SJ18 VCY

This 2018 Lexus CT has a relatively clean MOT history, with the most recent test in April 2026 showing a pass with no recorded defects. The mileage of 95,407 miles is consistent with its age, averaging roughly 12,000 miles per year, which suggests typical usage rather than heavy commercial use or excessive periods of sitting idle. The main risk pattern emerged during the 2025 MOT cycle, where the vehicle failed due to tyre wear and a cut in the nearside rear inner tyre, alongside pitted or scored rear brake discs. While these issues were addressed to achieve the subsequent pass in 2026, they indicate that the vehicle's consumables were reaching the end of their service life at that time. The overall condition trend appears to be improving. After the cluster of wear-related defects in 2025, the 2026 MOT returned a clean sheet, suggesting that the necessary maintenance and replacements were carried out. The absence of defects in 2023 and 2024 further supports a generally well-maintained history. Because the vehicle is approaching the 100,000-mile mark, you should be mindful of wear on suspension components and drivetrain parts, even though the MOT history does not currently flag these. When inspecting the car in person, your priority should be to verify the current condition of the tyres and the rear brake discs to ensure the previous issues have been fully resolved and are not recurring. You should also check the underside for any signs of corrosion or loose heatshield components, given the previous mention of a missing back box heatshield.