2019 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · PJ68 YRU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 28,676 miles, it failed earlier that same day due to multiple safety defects. The transition from a nearside front tyre with exposed cords to a pass with the tyre near the legal limit suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they trigger an MOT failure. This pattern indicates a lack of regular interim inspections between the annual tests. At 28,676 miles over seven years, the vehicle shows a low-mileage profile, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. This low usage explains the premature deterioration of certain components like brake discs and exhaust systems which suffer from inactivity. Between December 2023 at 21,025 miles and December 2024 at 24,391 miles, the car covered only 3,366 miles, yet it continued to flag recurring issues with wishbone mountings and exhaust corrosion despite the lack of heavy mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The record consistently flags the nearside front wishbone mounting and rear bushes, which progressed from deteriorating in 2024 to a failure in late 2025. The presence of a corroded front brake pipe covered in grease is a significant red flag, as grease is often used to hide the extent of surface rust on metal brake lines. Additionally, the persistent exhaust corrosion across all three years of records suggests the structural integrity of the exhaust system is declining and will likely require replacement shortly.