2017 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · RO17 OKK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than proactive care. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 73,371 miles, the car failed initially due to rear service brake binding and a defective nearside front windscreen wiper. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass, the presence of binding brakes suggests that the rear calipers or slide pins are beginning to seize, a mechanical issue that requires monitoring to prevent progression. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,152 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of roughly 9,000 miles between the November 2024 test at 63,005 miles and the 2025 test at 73,371 miles. This suggests regular usage rather than long periods of standing, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the perishing rear tyres noted in the November 2023 record. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear braking system to ensure the binding noted in late 2025 has been fully resolved and not merely masked. The previous failure in 2024 regarding insecure wheel arch liners catching the front tyres also warrants a check for loose clips or fasteners to ensure no further mechanical damage occurs at speed. Furthermore, the 2023 advisories regarding uneven tyre wear and perishing rubber indicate that the previous owner may have neglected basic consumable replacements until they reached failure, necessitating a thorough check of the current tyre depth and suspension geometry.