2022 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · PK22 XNP

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 30 January 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and this is consistent with the prior examination on 15 November 2025 which also passed cleanly. Looking back through the recorded history, the only flagged items appear at the 31 October 2024 test, where two advisories were noted for nearside and offside rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. Since those advisories were issued and no further tyre-related items have appeared at the two subsequent passes, it is reasonable to infer that the tyres were replaced shortly afterwards. The overall maintenance trajectory therefore reads as positive: a single, isolated set of advisories followed by two consecutive clean tests, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order with appropriate attention to wear items. With a recorded mileage of 20,198 miles over approximately four years, this Toyota C-HR is averaging around 5,050 miles per year, which sits firmly in the low-mileage category for a vehicle of its age. Annual usage of this nature is typical of a second car, a commuter with a short journey profile, or a vehicle that has spent appreciable periods standing between uses. The MOT record shows tests in late 2023, late 2024, late 2025, and early 2026, with mileage gaps between tests consistent with modest accumulation rather than any single period of rapid use. The mechanical implication of this pattern is that wear-sensitive consumables such as brake pads, discs, clutches, and drivetrain components are likely to be in good condition, but calendar-related degradation of fluids, rubber components, and electrical systems becomes a more relevant concern than high-mileage wear. Given the low annual mileage and the clean recent MOT results, physical inspection on a test drive should focus on the issues that age and standing impose rather than those driven by wear. Begin with a careful check of all four tyres, not just for remaining tread depth but also for sidewall cracking, perishing, or bulging, as tyres degrade with age regardless of mileage and a four-year-old set may warrant replacement on condition alone even if tread remains adequate. Examine the brake discs for surface rust, particularly if the vehicle has stood for long periods, and listen on the test drive for any scraping, binding, or pulling that might indicate a seized caliper or a sticking handbrake mechanism. Pay attention to the 12-volt battery, as low-mileage vehicles with frequent short trips or extended standing frequently suffer from sulphation and reduced cranking performance; a load test or battery health report would be worthwhile. During the drive, listen for any suspension clunks or knocks from the front and rear over uneven surfaces, as bushes, top mounts, and anti-roll bar links can deteriorate with age even on low-mileage examples, and check that the steering is consistent and free of vibration. Finally, verify the time-based servicing items that a low annual mileage does not eliminate. Engine oil and filter should still have been changed at calendar intervals regardless of odometer reading, so confirm a complete service history with stamps or invoices at intervals not exceeding twelve months or roughly 5,000 miles. Coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable) all degrade over time and the manufacturer schedules replacement at fixed intervals rather than purely on mileage, so check whether these have been attended to within the recommended service plan. Inspect the underside and wheel arches for any signs of corrosion, particularly around suspension components, subframes, and brake lines, although the C-HR's relatively young age and galvanised body construction make serious structural corrosion unlikely. Confirm that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after ignition, that the infotainment and air conditioning systems function correctly, and that the vehicle's history check corroborates the recorded mileage and service entries. Subject to satisfactory results from these checks, this appears to be a well-maintained, lightly used example with no underlying mechanical concerns suggested by its MOT history.