2018 Lexus CT 1.8L Hybrid electric · YC68 BAV

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in wheel and tyre-related care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 41,476 miles flagged multiple advisories related to tyre degradation and wheel distortion. While the car passed, the accumulation of faults regarding perishing rubber, uneven wear, and buckled rims suggests a recent lack of preventative maintenance regarding consumable components compared to the clean records seen in earlier years. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between November 2021 and January 2023, where the car covered only 3,962 miles in fourteen months. However, usage increased sharply between December 2024 and December 2025, with 6,100 miles covered in that year. This shift in usage, combined with periods of standing, likely explains the cracking and perishing of the tyres noted in the 2025 inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the four wheels and suspension assembly. The record repeatedly identifies distorted nearside and offside road wheels, specifically noting inner buckles in both 2024 and 2025, which indicates past impact damage that could have compromised wheel alignment. The uneven wear on the inner edges of the offside rear tyres suggests a persistent geometry issue or worn suspension components that require attention. Additionally, the active TPMS light reported in December 2025 needs a diagnostic check to ensure a sensor has not failed, as this remains unaddressed in the last service.