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DF12 BXU

2012 Lexus Ct

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

150,413 mi
Last recorded150,413 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus Ct68,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 BXU
MakeLexus
ModelCt
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2026 150,413 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2026 150,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Dec 2024 140,500 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2024 140,500 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 131,746 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 111,046 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 103,725 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 98,925 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 98,904 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

undertrays installed some components unable to check

Fail 13 Nov 2020 98,904 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

undertrays installed some components unable to check

Pass 16 Nov 2019 97,839 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 85,661 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 85,653 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (Fuel Tank Shield) (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall Cords Exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Knocking from steering column / shaft.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 76,698 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 76,698 miles

Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 67,337 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 61,049 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 60,498 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Ct?

Based on 304,916 MOT tests across 32,361 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
6,090
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
32,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,016
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DF12 BXU is a 2012 Lexus Ct in Silver with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2012 Lexus Ct models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 68,054 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus Ct fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF12 BXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Ct typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Lexus Ct is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DF12 BXU is a 2012 Lexus Ct, first registered on 22 August 2012.

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