2022 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · ML71 ODV

The recorded DVSA test history for this 2022 Toyota C-HR is brief but entirely positive, with the single advisory of any note being a nearside rear nail in the tyre noted during the January 2025 test. The January 2026 pass was issued with no defects or advisories recorded, meaning there are no current flagged items requiring attention. Across both tests documented, there is no evidence of structural corrosion, suspension wear, brake component defects, exhaust concerns, lighting failures, or any advisory pattern that might indicate a developing mechanical issue. In MOT terms, the vehicle has a clean roadworthiness profile with no recorded failures and only one trivial advisory, leaving a prospective buyer with a straightforward test history to interpret. Annual mileage accumulation is notably modest at roughly 4,450 miles per year, which is well below the average for a vehicle of this age. This relatively gentle usage means that wear-related components such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and clutch material have experienced comparatively low mechanical stress. The lower annual figure could reflect predominantly short urban trips, a period of storage, or simply light general use, but in either case the recorded mileage is consistent and shows no sudden jumps or unusual gaps between tests that would suggest odometer irregularity or extended lay-up. Lower mileage does, however, mean that any rubber or polymer components, fluids, and underbody protective coatings have aged through calendar years rather than through use, which is a consideration even where MOT testing has not flagged anything specific. Given the clean advisory history, a buyer should focus their attention on the general areas where age rather than mileage tends to bring deterioration on this model. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, as these are known wear points on the C-HR. Steering should feel tight and well-weighted with no looseness at the straight-ahead position, and any clonking when turning at low speed would warrant further inspection of the suspension linkages. Pay attention to the brake pedal feel and effectiveness, as low-mileage vehicles can occasionally suffer from binding rear calipers if the car has been used sparingly; the car should roll freely on a flat surface when handbrake is released. Tyres should be inspected for even shoulder wear across both axles, as uneven wear can indicate misalignment or suspension geometry issues even where the MOT record is silent. The single recorded advisory concerning a nail in the nearside rear tyre is unlikely to be of ongoing significance, but it is worth confirming that the repair or replacement was carried out properly and that the current tyre on that corner has no signs of sidewall damage or plug repair visible from the inside. Underneath the vehicle, look for any signs of fluid staining on the subframe, engine oil staining around the sump area, or corrosion beginning on the rear axle and exhaust mounting points, as these are not always picked up on the MOT ramp. Finally, with such a low recorded mileage, the 12V auxiliary battery is worth a basic health check before purchase, particularly if the vehicle has stood for any extended periods between short trips. Overall, the MOT history presents no mechanical concerns, and a careful physical inspection and test drive should confirm that the vehicle remains in line with its clean test record.