2021 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · FD70 UXK

The DVSA record for this 2021 Toyota C-HR presents a notably sparse testing history, with only two MOT entries recorded against a current odometer reading of 104,388 miles. The most recent assessment on 30 June 2026 returned a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and the prior test on 5 June 2023 likewise passed cleanly. This clean outcome at the latest examination is positive, but the absence of intermediate tests combined with the substantial mileage accumulation means there is no recorded evidence of the vehicle's mechanical condition across the intervening period. Any emerging wear items on suspension, braking, or underbody components would not have been captured formally during that window, so a prospective buyer should not infer continuous roadworthiness purely from these two data points. The mileage profile is the most mechanically relevant feature of this vehicle. Covering approximately 104,388 miles over five years equates to around 20,800 miles annually, which is considerably above average for a car of this age and points to sustained high-mileage use, likely involving a mix of motorway and urban driving. The first MOT in June 2023 would typically have occurred at the three-year mark from registration, suggesting the vehicle had already accumulated significant mileage before its first test, with the bulk of the wear occurring between the 2023 and 2026 examinations. Higher annual mileage of this nature accelerates wear on consumable components such as brake pads and discs, tyres, suspension bushes and coil springs, and can place additional load on drivetrain and clutch components. The lack of recorded advisories at the most recent test does not negate this accumulated usage; it simply means that on the day of examination, no items met the threshold for advisory or failure recording. Given the high mileage and the gap between recorded tests, particular attention should be paid to suspension condition during any inspection. Listen for knocks or clonks over uneven road surfaces, which can indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mount bearings. Check for uneven tyre wear, particularly on the inner edges, which can suggest worn suspension arms or bushes allowing geometry to drift out of specification. On a test drive, the C-HR should track straight without steering pull, and any vagueness or delay in steering response could point to worn tie rod ends or bush compliance. Brake system condition should also be evaluated carefully given the mileage accumulated. On test, the car should stop in a straight line without pulling to either side, which would suggest a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive without excessive travel or a spongy sensation, and there should be no judder through the pedal under heavy application, which can indicate warped brake discs. Finally, inspect the underside of the vehicle for any signs of oil leakage from the engine or transmission, corrosion on subframe and brake line surfaces, and condition of the exhaust system, as these are areas that can deteriorate with sustained high-mileage operation but would not necessarily have been flagged if they fell below advisory thresholds at the last MOT.