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SM56 SDM

2013 Lexus Ct

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

145,821 mi
Last recorded145,821 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Lexus Ct62,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 SDM
MakeLexus
ModelCt
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 145,821 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Oct 2025 145,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Nov 2024 129,294 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 108,914 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Nov 2023 108,914 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Oct 2022 84,376 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 64,232 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 64,232 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 58,436 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 56,026 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 53,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jan 2019 53,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 50,096 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 46,939 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 42,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SM56 SDM is a 2013 Lexus Ct in Black with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Lexus Ct models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 62,917 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 SM56 SDM, 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 13 years old, this Lexus Ct is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM56 SDM registered?

SM56 SDM is a 2013 Lexus Ct, first registered on 14 June 2013.

Is SM56 SDM safe to buy?

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