2017 Toyota C-HR 1.2L Petrol · SP60 SSP

A clean and uninterrupted pass record across five consecutive DVSA tests, with the most recent examination on 4 December 2025 returning no advisories or failures, positions this Toyota C-HR as a notably well-kept example in terms of statutory roadworthiness. The absence of any recorded defects from the 2021 test through to the 2025 test indicates that the braking system, suspension components, exhaust integrity, lighting, tyres, and structural areas have all consistently met MOT standards without requiring rectification. The vehicle has therefore never been presented with a recurring pattern of advisories relating to corroded brake pipes, perished suspension bushes, weakened coil springs, or any of the other typical wear items that frequently surface on cars of this age. For a 2017 model entering its ninth year, this unbroken clean sheet is the defining mechanical characteristic and the primary factor a buyer should weigh when assessing overall condition. With only 32,906 miles accumulated over approximately nine years, the annual mileage works out at around 3,656 miles, which sits well below the average for a vehicle of this age. The MOT testing history shows annual submissions from 2021 through 2025, confirming the car has been in continuous use and has not been laid up for any extended off-road period that might have triggered SORN-related concerns. The steady year-on-year presentation on test suggests gradual rather than sporadic use, and the relatively low mileage means that high-wear consumables such as brake pads, brake discs, tyres, and clutch components have experienced less cumulative stress than typical examples. However, lighter use does place greater emphasis on rubber components, seals, and brake callipers that can suffer from corrosion or seizing when not regularly exercised, so these areas deserve particular physical inspection rather than assumption based on the MOT pass alone. The low recorded mileage also tends to preserve the condition of the underbody and subframe mounting points, as exposure to winter road salts has been limited by fewer miles covered in hostile conditions. From a buyer's perspective, the absence of any flagged advisories means the MOT history does not narrow the inspection down to specific previously identified concerns, but the age and low-mileage profile make certain physical checks worthwhile. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the lower and inner suspension arms, anti-roll bar drop links, and front suspension bushes can perish with age even when not heavily loaded by mileage. Pay close attention to steering feel, checking for any notchiness, vibration, or pulling to one side under braking, which could hint at binding brake callipers or warped front discs that have corroded lightly from infrequent use. Inspect the brake discs visually for any obvious lipping or surface rust that has become uneven, and verify that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline, as rear callipers and mechanisms can seize when rarely actuated. Closer under-bonnet inspection should confirm that all fluid levels, including coolant, brake fluid, and engine oil, are at the correct marks and appear clean, while a thorough check of the underbody, wheel arches, and around the rear suspension turrets will confirm whether the clean MOT record corresponds with genuinely corrosion-free structural metal. The tyres should be examined for even wear across the tread and for any signs of perishing or cracking in the sidewalls, which can develop on lightly used vehicles that have stood for long periods. Finally, confirming that the full service history, particularly regarding the hybrid system battery health checks and the timing chain or drive belt replacement intervals specified by Toyota, is present and stamped will provide the strongest possible corroboration that this exceptionally clean MOT profile reflects the wider mechanical state of the car.