2020 Toyota C-HR 2.0L Hybrid electric · LP69 KKX

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 30 December 2025, resulted in a Pass with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. This clean outcome extends a consistent pattern observed across the entire recorded test history, with passes also noted on 31 December 2024, 2 January 2024, and 3 January 2023, none of which raised any advisories. The absence of recurring advisories relating to suspension components, braking system wear, tyre condition, or exhaust integrity strongly suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory standard throughout its life. While a clean MOT record is a positive indicator, it is important to recognise that the test is a comparatively basic roadworthiness snapshot and does not assess engine management condition, interior integrity, or components that fall outside the standard test parameters. The vehicle is approximately six years old with a recorded mileage of 65,622 miles, equating to an annual usage of around 10,937 miles, which sits squarely within the typical range for a privately owned car of this age. The MOT intervals demonstrate a consistent pattern of around 12,000 to 13,000 miles between tests, indicating steady and regular use rather than periods of prolonged standing or conversely, excessive high-mileage accumulation. This regular usage profile is mechanically beneficial, as it reduces the likelihood of corrosion through inactivity, prevents premature degradation of seals and gaskets due to cold starts after long lay-offs, and ensures that consumable items such as brake pads, tyres, and fluids have been exercised appropriately. Given the mileage, the braking system, clutch (if applicable), and suspension components will have experienced moderate wear but should still have substantial service life remaining provided the vehicle has been serviced in accordance with manufacturer schedules. Given the clean MOT history and the modest annual mileage, the prospective buyer should focus on age- and calendar-related degradation factors that the MOT test does not directly address. Tyres should be physically inspected for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur on vehicles over five years old even with adequate tread depth, and the production date codes should be checked to ensure they are not beyond the six-year mark from manufacture. Brake discs, particularly on a vehicle of this age that may have experienced periods of damp standing, can develop surface corrosion; during a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding on initial application and feel for any brake shudder or pull that could indicate a binding caliper or warped disc. The 12V battery should be tested for cranking performance, as batteries in vehicles used for moderate annual mileage frequently suffer reduced service life, particularly if the vehicle has experienced any short-trip-only use patterns. Fluid services are time-based rather than solely mileage-based, so confirmation should be sought that the engine oil, brake fluid, coolant, and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable) have been changed within manufacturer-recommended intervals, typically every two years for brake fluid regardless of mileage. Additionally, verify that the service book is fully stamped, the timing chain or belt replacement schedule has been or will be due, and inspect the underbody and wheel arch liners for any corrosion, particularly given the C-HR's lower body cladding design which can trap moisture and road salt. A thorough test drive on varied road surfaces should be conducted to identify suspension knocks, uneven tyre wear indicative of alignment or bush issues, and any abnormal noises from the drivetrain.