2018 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · KC11 TLC

The 2018 Toyota C-HR most recently passed its MOT test on 7 October 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that at the time of examination it was in a roadworthy condition. Looking back across the recorded test history, the overall maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than deteriorating or improving. The vehicle has passed every test it has been presented for, and the advisories that have appeared are predominantly related to the rear axle, specifically brake discs and rear tyres. Importantly, the 2025 test did not flag any continuation of those prior concerns, which suggests the rear brake discs may have been renewed or cleaned up and the tyres replaced. A clean pass with no advisories on a vehicle of this age and mileage is a positive indicator, although it does not preclude the need for a physical inspection of consumable items that fall outside MOT scope. With 57,006 miles recorded over approximately 8 years, the annual average works out at around 7,126 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a private-use vehicle of this age. The mileage progression between tests is consistent and gradual, with no large gaps or sudden jumps that would suggest a dormant period followed by heavy use or a possible odometer discrepancy. This steady accumulation generally implies even wear across consumables such as brake components, tyres, and clutch (if applicable), and there is no particular reason to suspect accelerated mechanical degradation. The mileage sits in a comfortable middle ground, neither so low as to raise concerns about long-standing corrosion and fluid degradation, nor so high as to indicate imminent major service requirements. That said, the MOT history does reveal a recurring pattern centred on the rear axle that warrants attention from a prospective buyer. The 2024 test recorded advisories for both rear brake discs being worn, pitted or scored, together with cracking and perishing on both rear tyres, while the 2023 test flagged nearside rear brake pads as wearing thin alongside similar disc pitting on both rear corners. Although these were advisory items only and did not constitute failure, they indicate that the rear braking system has been working through its service life. On a test drive, listen for any clunking or grinding from the rear under light braking, watch for brake shudder or vibration through the pedal, and check whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking, which could indicate a binding rear caliper. Inspect the rear discs through the wheel for excessive lipping, deep scoring, or visible rust ridges, and measure disc thickness against the manufacturer specification if possible. The rear pads should also be physically inspected for remaining material thickness. Beyond the documented advisories, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants a broader age-appropriate inspection regardless of the clean 2025 result. Tyres should be checked closely for perishing and sidewall deterioration, as rubber compounds harden over time even with adequate tread depth, and a tyre that is more than five or six years old should be replaced on age grounds alone. Examine the underside, particularly suspension arms, coil springs, and anti-roll bar bushes, for any corrosion or cracking, and check the exhaust system for signs of corrosion at mounting points and joints. Verify the 12V battery condition, as batteries typically last four to six years and a replacement may now be due. Inspect the condition of the brake fluid and engine coolant, both of which degrade with calendar age rather than mileage and should be renewed on a time-based schedule. Finally, confirm that the service book is fully stamped at the correct intervals and that the timing chain or belt replacement interval, if applicable to this engine, has been observed. A compression test and an oil analysis would also be prudent given the vehicle's age, to ensure internal engine wear remains consistent with the recorded mileage.