Lexus Ct (2013)
2013 Lexus Ct
CarHunch analysed 4,057 real MOT records for the 2013 Lexus Ct. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Lexus CT is more reliable than average, with an 85.6% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80%—but the major caveat is that one in three of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is well above the typical threshold and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection. The hybrid powertrain dominates the cohort and shows no weakness, maintaining that same 85.5% pass rate across the near-4,000 vehicles analysed.
At 63,000 miles median mileage, these cars have been used sensibly for their age, yet they're still racking up an average of 1.75 failures and 10.1 advisories per test, suggesting hybrid batteries and electrical systems need close monitoring as they age. Before buying one, insist on a full service history and have a qualified mechanic specifically check the hybrid battery condition and any stored fault codes, as the high dangerous-defect rate indicates electrical gremlins are the real risk with this model.
What to check before buying a 2013 Lexus Ct
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 33.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%) | 4,001 | 85.5% | 1.75 |
| Other (1%) | 28 | 88.2% | 1.46 |
| Petrol (1%) | 27 | 88.9% | 1.19 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 78.6% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Lexus Ct vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Lexus Ct vehicles fall between 45,700 and 83,981 miles.
2013 Lexus Ct — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 3,533 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Lexus Ct
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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39.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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39.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29.3%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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20.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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17.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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17.6%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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17.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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17.2%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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