2021 Toyota C-HR 2.0L Hybrid electric · LO21 YUT

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 6 March 2026 at 25,361 miles, though this followed a failure on the same day for headlamp aim, an inoperative reversing lamp, and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. This represents a worsening trend, as the front tyre defect was also recorded as an advisory in the previous year’s pass on 14 March 2025 at 20,282 miles, indicating a persistent and unresolved issue with tyre wear that has now escalated to a test failure. No other mechanical or structural defects were recorded in the history, with the 2024 test at 14,501 miles showing a clean bill of health. Annual mileage is consistently low, averaging approximately 5,072 miles per year over its five-year life. The recorded increments are logical: 5,781 miles between March 2024 and March 2025, and 5,079 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This pattern suggests regular, albeit light, use rather than long periods of static storage. However, the severe and recurring front tyre edge wear is disproportionate to this modest mileage, pointing strongly to neglected wheel alignment or a developing suspension geometry issue rather than simple consumable wear from high usage. A buyer must prioritise a detailed inspection of the front suspension and steering components. The specific pattern of edge wear on both front tyres is classic evidence of incorrect tracking, likely caused by worn suspension bushes, a distorted component, or previous impact damage. The tester’s consistent focus on this area across two consecutive years warrants a physical check for worn track rod ends, lower arm bushes, and coil spring condition. Furthermore, while not flagged in the MOT history, the front brake system should be examined for uneven disc wear or binding calipers, as these can also induce abnormal tyre scrub. The electrical faults (headlamp aim, reversing lamp) are minor rectifications but signal a lapse in basic pre-MOT checks. The absence of any corrosion, exhaust, or structural advisories in the record is positive. The critical purchase consideration is the unresolved tyre wear; resolving it will likely involve a full four-wheel alignment and potentially suspension refurbishment. The low overall mileage is a benefit, but it is negated if the underlying cause of the tyre wear has led to premature component degradation.