2019 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · TO07 JOY

The 2019 Toyota C-HR presented its most recent DVSA MOT on 6 August 2026, passing with two advisories recorded against both rear tyres for slight damage, cracking or perishing. The maintenance trend over the recorded history is broadly stable but warrants close attention, as the vehicle has now accumulated advisories relating to tyres in three of the four most recent examinations, including a Major failure in August 2023 for a nearside rear tyre with a cut deep enough to expose the ply or cords, and an advisory in July 2024 noting both front tyres at the 3mm wear threshold. The single failure point on the offside front fog lamp in August 2025 was a straightforward electrical rectification that has not recurred. While the vehicle continues to pass at test, the repeated tyre-related observations indicate a pattern of outer carcass degradation and uneven or accelerated wear that any prospective buyer should treat as a leading indicator of further attention required to the wheels, tyres and possibly the suspension geometry. With 127,359 miles accumulated over approximately seven years of service, this C-HR is working at an average of around 18,194 miles per year, which is materially above the typical UK annual mileage of 7,000 to 10,000 miles. This is high-mileage territory for a vehicle of its age and means that consumable wear items such as brake pads, brake discs, tyres, the 12V battery, drive belts, and the cooling system will have experienced substantially greater use than the calendar alone might suggest. There are no conspicuous gaps in the MOT record indicating long periods of standing, so the wear profile is best characterised as consistent heavy use rather than a mix of inactivity and short trips. A buyer should therefore expect that major service items scheduled by mileage, including transmission fluid, spark plugs on the 1.2 petrol or hybrid system checks, and brake fluid replacement, have either been performed or are imminent, and this should be corroborated against the service book. Given the recurring advisories on tyre cracking, perishing and accelerated wear, a close physical inspection of all four tyres is essential prior to purchase. Sidewall perishing is a calendar-age phenomenon that progresses regardless of tread depth, and on a 2019 vehicle now approaching its seventh year, the rear tyres in particular should be examined for hairline cracks in the sidewall rubber, bulges, or signs of uneven inner or outer edge wear, which can point to worn suspension bushes, weak coil springs, or alignment issues. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and pay attention to steering wander, vibration through the wheel, or uneven braking pull, all of which would suggest worn suspension components. Inspect the brake discs for lipping and the calipers for any signs of seizing or binding, particularly given the high annual mileage, and verify that the front brake pads have substantial material remaining. Beyond the tyre concerns, the high-mileage profile and the 2026 calendar warrant a thorough check of time-based servicing items that deteriorate with age rather than mileage alone. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should be replaced every two years regardless of mileage, so a 2019 vehicle should have had at least three brake fluid changes by now; request evidence of this. Inspect the 12V battery for signs of slow cranking, as units beyond five years are commonly failing, and examine the underbonnet for any signs of coolant or oil seepage around the hybrid or conventional powertrain. The underside of the vehicle should be checked for corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and suspension mounting points, given the persistent high usage over rural and urban roads. Finally, confirm the Toyota service history stamps and ensure that any recall or manufacturer service campaigns relating to the C-HR hybrid system or CVT have been completed, as these are routinely the deciding factor in the long-term reliability of this model.