2020 Lexus NX 2.5L Hybrid electric · WN70 NDG

This Lexus NX has passed its most recent MOT on 26 September 2025, just over nine months ago, with a recorded mileage of 48,817 miles. The trend in maintenance is concerning, however, as the vehicle has accumulated 6,422 miles since the last test—a rate that, while not excessive, suggests it has been driven regularly without intervening servicing. The September 2025 test revealed four tyres worn dangerously close to the legal limit, with two additionally showing signs of perishing, indicating a failure to address tread depth or tyre condition between tests. This pattern of deferred maintenance is not isolated; the same rear tyres were flagged for perishing in 2024, and all four tyres were either worn or damaged by 2025, despite no defects recorded in 2023. The absence of any structural or mechanical advisories in prior tests contrasts sharply with the repeated tyre failures, implying a lack of proactive care rather than underlying mechanical issues. The mileage progression over the past three years shows a steady accumulation of approximately 6,000–7,000 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no unusual gaps or spikes in mileage, but the consistency of tyre-related failures suggests a pattern of neglect rather than sporadic driving habits. The 2023 test stands out as the only period without any recorded defects, though this may reflect either better maintenance at that time or the natural wear cycle of tyres reaching critical thresholds later. The absence of an MOT between September 2023 and September 2024—despite the vehicle’s age and mileage—is also noteworthy, as it could indicate either a temporary exemption (unlikely for a private vehicle) or an oversight in scheduling. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the tyres, as the repeated failures in the MOT history signal a serious risk of sudden tread failure or blowout. The near-edge wear on all four tyres at the 2025 test, combined with perishing on the rear pair, suggests they may have been driven beyond safe limits. Beyond tyres, the lack of advisories in prior tests does not preclude hidden issues, but the suspension components—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—should be examined for uneven wear or corrosion, as these are common failure points on this model at this mileage. The brakes were not flagged in any test, but the rear brakes should be checked for binding or uneven pad wear, as the MOT tester did not specifically comment on their condition. Finally, the wheel arches and subframe areas should be inspected for corrosion, as this Lexus is approaching the six-year mark where salt-induced rust becomes a more prevalent concern.