2022 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · LP71 NWR

The 2022 Toyota C-HR’s most recent MOT tests, conducted just six months ago on January 12, 2026, reveal an unusual but ultimately non-concerning anomaly: the vehicle was tested twice on the same day, once passing and once failing, yet no defects were recorded in either instance. This suggests either a rare administrative oversight in the DVSA system or a minor procedural hiccup during the inspection itself. Beyond this, the vehicle has maintained a clean MOT history since its January 2025 test at 28,546 miles, with no advisories or failings for structural, suspension, or critical safety systems. The absence of recurring issues implies that major components—such as coil springs, steering linkages, or brake calipers—have not been compromised by wear or corrosion over the past year. That said, the lack of any advisories in the 2025 test means even potential wear items like suspension bushes or brake pads were deemed serviceable at that time. The recorded mileage of 33,658 miles, accumulated over roughly four years, aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 8,400 miles annually. There are no red flags in the mileage progression, as the gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests (5,112 miles in under a year) does not indicate excessive wear or prolonged neglect. However, the absence of intermediate MOTs or service records means there is no visibility into whether routine maintenance—such as fluid changes, tyre rotations, or brake inspections—was performed between tests. The clean MOT history suggests the vehicle was either driven consistently without major issues or, alternatively, stood unused for periods where wear would have been minimal. Given the sparse MOT record, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear consumables, starting with the brake system. While no binding calipers or warped discs were flagged in the 2025 test, the lack of advisories does not guarantee current condition, so thickness and uniformity of both front and rear discs should be verified. Suspension integrity is another critical area; the absence of advisories in 2025 does not rule out degraded bushes or worn-out struts, particularly if the vehicle has encountered uneven surfaces or potholes. Corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and underbody components, should be checked for signs of structural compromise, as this is often not detectable without a close visual examination. Finally, the dual MOT tests in January 2026 warrant confirmation that no defects were overlooked—an independent inspection of the exhaust system, steering dampeners, and tyre tread depth would provide reassurance that no latent issues exist.