2018 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · GU18 ABV

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in February 2026 at 95,863 miles resulted in a failure due to offside headlamp issues and thin nearside rear brake pads. While the vehicle passed the re-test, the recurring nature of lighting and brake component failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they directly threaten an MOT certificate. At 95,863 miles over eight years, the C-HR averages approximately 12,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a modern hatchback. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 11,500 miles covered between the February 2024 and February 2025 tests, and another 10,700 miles between 2025 and early 2026. This steady usage indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for the health of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the braking system as the record shows a persistent trend of thin brake pads across both the 2025 and 2026 tests. The fact that rear pads were flagged as less than 1.5mm in 2025 suggests potential uneven wear or a sticking caliper that warrants a professional check. Furthermore, the history of perishing sidewalls and uneven tyre wear in 2023 and 2024 indicates that basic consumable maintenance has been neglected, necessitating a check of the current suspension geometry and tyre condition for signs of premature wear. The multiple headlamp failures across 2022, 2025, and 2026 highlight a recurring issue with the electrical circuit or bulbs that has not been permanently resolved. While no structural corrosion-related defects have been recorded, the consistent focus on minor avoidable items points to a lack of attention to detail. A prospective buyer should verify the integrity of the lighting system and ensure that the high-mileage components, such as the suspension bushes, have not been stressed by the lack of scheduled service intervals.