2018 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · AX18 KOA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from a clean record to emerging mechanical wear. The most recent MOT test in March 2026 at 43,966 miles passed despite a failure on a severely deteriorated offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover. This follows a similar defect identified in February 2025 at 34,876 miles, indicating that suspension components are now beginning to age and degrade despite the relatively low mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban commuter vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2024, the car maintained a clean record with no recorded defects, suggesting a period of high-quality upkeep. However, the vehicle covered over 9,000 miles between July 2024 and March 2026, which coincides with the appearance of mechanical advisories. The low annual mileage often means that rubber components, such as tyres and bushes, are susceptible to time-related degradation rather than mileage-related friction. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the suspension system to ensure the anti-roll bar linkages and associated bushes have been replaced, as the recurring nature of the dust cover failure suggests potential play developing elsewhere. The 2025 record also noted perishing and cracking on both rear tyres, which is common for low-mileage cars that sit for extended; check the manufacture date codes and sidewalls for dry rot. No structural corrosion or brake-related issues have appeared in the history to date.