2020 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · ND69 HPL

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 with 72,996 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable following a period of neglect in early 2024. While the February 2024 test identified specific mechanical failures, the subsequent tests show no recorded defects, suggesting that the owner addressed the reported faults immediately to maintain a clean test record. The mileage profile reflects consistent and high usage, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per annum, which sits above the national average for a six-year-old vehicle. Between January 2023 and February 2026, the car covered 26,455 miles, indicating regular long-distance motorway use. This accumulation puts higher demand on wear components compared to lower-mileage examples. The lack of long gaps between tests suggests the vehicle was not stationary, though the high mileage typically accelerates the degradation of suspension bushings, shock dampeners, and braking hardware. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear braking system, as the February 2024 failure flagged both brake pads worn to the wear indicator and pitted, scored discs. Although these were replaced to pass the following test, the high mileage justifies a thorough check for caliper binding or uneven pad wear. The 2024 failure regarding the unsecure bonnet also warrants a manual check to ensure theatch mechanism and striker are not bent or worn, which could cause future failures. Given the 2025 advisory regarding a child seat obstructing the adult seatbelt inspection, the buyer must verify that all seatbelting mechanisms are fully functional and free of fraying. The vehicle has shown a history of under load, so an inspection of the underbody for corrosion and the integrity of the exhaust system is advisable. No structural issues have been flagged, but the consistent high mileage suggests the car has been used as a primary commuter rather than a light-use vehicle.