2017 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · LM67 LSL

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 2 March 2026, securing an advisory notice for an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on the inner edge. Looking at the broader DVSA record, the test history shows a consistent pattern of passes across all six recorded examinations, with no failures or refusals recorded. The advisory pattern, however, has been steadily tyre-focused, with two advisories in early 2023 for both front tyres wearing on the edge, two advisories in early 2024 for rear tyre perishing, and now a further advisory for inner-edge front tyre wear in 2026. While there are no mechanical failures, the recurrence of edge wear and sidewall deterioration advisories does suggest that the maintenance trend, although not deteriorating to a fail level, is showing consistent wear-related issues that warrant close attention. Overall the vehicle appears to have been maintained to a roadworthy standard, but a prospective buyer should treat the advisory history as a useful indicator of components now approaching the end of their service life. With a recorded mileage of 64,947 miles over approximately nine years, this Toyota C-HR is averaging around 7,200 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and class. There is a notable gap in the MOT history between February 2022 and November 2020, where no annual test is recorded, suggesting either a delay in the testing cycle or that the vehicle may have been off the road for a period. Otherwise the mileage accumulation appears steady and consistent with regular but moderate private use. This level of annual mileage means wear items such as brakes, tyres, and suspension components will have experienced moderate rather than severe use, but age-related degradation of rubber, plastics, fluids, and electrical components will still be highly relevant given the vehicle is now into its ninth year. Given the recurring tyre-related advisories, particular attention should be paid to the condition of all four tyres, including the spare or inflation kit if applicable. The inner-edge wear noted on the offside front in 2026 is a classic symptom of either incorrect camber geometry, worn suspension components such as control arm bushes, weakened coil springs, or top mount wear. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven road surfaces, and pay attention to whether the steering pulls to one side, as either symptom could indicate the underlying cause of the uneven wear pattern still being present. The 2024 advisories for cracking and perishing on both rear tyres suggest age-related rubber degradation, and a buyer should inspect the sidewalls carefully for hairline cracks, particularly in the area between the tread and the rim, as tyres older than five or seven years can suffer structural deterioration even if the tread depth remains adequate. Check the production date stamped on each tyre sidewall and replace any that are more than six years old regardless of tread condition. Beyond the recorded advisories, a nine-year-old vehicle with this mileage profile requires thorough inspection of components that degrade with calendar age rather than mileage alone. The 12-volt battery should be load tested, as Toyota auxiliary batteries of this generation commonly require changing around the seven to nine-year mark, and a weak battery can cause erratic electrical behaviour and starting issues. Brake calipers can seize from prolonged standing or infrequent use, so check for uneven pad wear and feel for any binding or grabbing under gentle braking on the test drive, along with any shuddering through the pedal that might indicate disc warping. All fluid services should be verified through the service book, including engine oil and filter changes, brake fluid replacement (typically every two years regardless of mileage due to hygroscopic moisture absorption), coolant renewal, and any automatic transmission or hybrid system fluid checks if applicable given this is a hybrid C-HR. Finally, inspect the underbody, wheel arches, and exhaust system for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframe seams, and the rear exhaust silencer, as C-HR vehicles of this era have been known to develop surface rust in these areas. Confirm the service history is complete with stamps or invoices at the correct mileage intervals, and verify that the hybrid system warning light cycle performs correctly during ignition.