2018 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · RT55 ROB

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward deferred attention on wear items. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 80,822 miles passed, it introduced multiple advisories regarding worn front suspension arm bushes and thinning front tyres. This represents a worsening trend from the clean record seen in 2022, suggesting that the vehicle is now entering a phase where mechanical components require proactive replacement to prevent future failures. The mileage of 80,822 miles over eight years reflects a consistent usage of approximately 10,100 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK averages for a modern crossover. There is a steady accumulation of miles, with a roughly 10,000 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 11,300 miles between August 2024 and 2025. This regularity suggests the car has not been sidelined for long periods, though the increasing frequency of defects in recent tests indicates accelerated mechanical wear on rubber components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the tester has flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front arms in the latest inspection. These bushes can lead to steering precision issues and knocking noises if not addressed. The history also shows pitted and scored front brake discs across 2023 and 2024, indicating the braking system is nearing the end of its effective service life. Additionally, the recurring mentions of perishing and under-inflated tyres suggest the previous owner neglected basic tyre maintenance, necessitating a thorough check of all four tyres for sidewall cracking and tread depth.