2018 Toyota C-HR 1.8L Hybrid electric · WM67 TXT

The most recent MOT, carried out on 4 August 2026, resulted in a failure because the nearside front headlamp did not operate on dipped beam, with an additional advisory that a nearside rear child seat prevented a full inspection of the adult seat‑belt. This follows a pattern of intermittent lighting faults – the off‑side front headlamp failed in the 2025 test – and earlier tyre‑wear advisories in 2022, but otherwise the vehicle has passed its annual tests. The trend suggests a generally stable maintenance record punctuated by recurring minor electrical and tyre‑wear issues rather than a progressive decline in overall condition. At 92 580 miles the 2018 Toyota C‑HR has averaged roughly 11 600 miles per year, which sits squarely within the normal UK usage envelope for a family crossover of this age. There are no obvious gaps in the recorded mileage that would indicate prolonged periods of inactivity, so the wear on consumables is consistent with a vehicle that has been driven regularly rather than left standing for extended periods. The mileage level implies that major wear items such as brake pads, clutch (if manual), and suspension components are likely approaching the latter half of their service life and should be inspected accordingly. When you inspect the car, verify that both front headlamps illuminate correctly on dipped and main beam, and confirm that the associated bulbs, wiring harnesses and fuse are intact – a common failure mode on this model is a corroded connector or a faulty ballast. Remove the rear child seat to allow a full visual and functional check of the adult seat‑belt retractor and pretensioner; listen for any clicking or resistance that could indicate a worn mechanism. Examine all four tyres for tread depth, sidewall cracking and age – the DOT code should show they are no older than six years, and the previous advisories about edge‑wear and inner‑edge perishing mean you should look for uneven wear patterns that might point to mis‑aligned suspension or worn camber/caster bushes. A test drive should reveal any clunking from worn ball joints, squeaking from deteriorated bushings, or pulling to one side that would confirm alignment issues. Given the vehicle’s eight‑year age, also inspect the battery for voltage drop and corrosion on terminals, as a 12 V lead‑acid unit typically begins to lose capacity after three to five years. Check the condition of the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or glazing, and ensure the pads have sufficient thickness; any shudder under moderate braking could indicate warped discs or contaminated pads. Finally, confirm that the service book shows regular oil changes and that the coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid have been replaced at the recommended intervals, since time‑based degradation can occur even if the car has not accumulated excessive mileage. A thorough visual inspection combined with a short, varied‑speed drive will reveal whether any of these age‑related items require immediate attention or can be deferred.