2018 Lexus LS 3.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · SR18 OTU
2018 Lexus LS (3.5L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 28 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 82,043 miles. MOT valid until 01 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- LEXUS LS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,043 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SR18 OTU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2025
- 82,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
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SR18 OTU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Lexus Ls (SR18 OTU) between July 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SR18 OTU Mileage History
- 28/07/202226,709 mi
- 02/12/202228,178 mi+1,469 mi
- 01/12/202349,167 mi+20,989 mi
- 02/12/202465,099 mi+15,932 mi
- 28/11/202582,043 mi+16,944 mi
Average of roughly 16,578 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lexus Lexus LS (Mk5)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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The LS 500h's compact 12V auxiliary battery can be drained by the car's connected systems and telematics if the vehicle is left unused for as little as a week. When voltage drops, the car may refuse to unlock, display multiple warning lights, and reset clock and trip settings. A jump start or battery replacement is then required.
- Air Suspension Strut and Compressor WearSerious
LS Mk5 models fitted with optional air suspension can develop leaking struts as the rubber bladders perish with age and exposure to road salt. Slow air leaks force the compressor to run continuously, eventually burning out the motor. The car sits low overnight and the ride becomes harsh and bouncy.
- Wheel Bearing Noise on High-Mileage ExamplesModerate
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