2023 Toyota C-HR: common problems and MOT failures

Common 2023 Toyota C-HR MOT failures and advisories

The share of 2023 Toyota C-HR MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

• Tyres
  12% of testsRough price £70–£150

  At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.

• Lights and electrics
  3% of testsRough price £10–£80

  At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.

• Wipers, windscreen and mirrors
  2% of testsRough price £15–£250

  At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.

• Brakes
  1% of testsRough price £150–£350

  At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.

• Seats and seatbelts
  1% of testsRough price £80–£250

  At the viewing: Pull each seatbelt sharply. It should lock, and retract cleanly.

Known faults on the 2023 Toyota C-HR

Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.

• Cracked windscreen

  All engines

  Cracked windscreens are the most talked-about fault, often in the top right corner. Replacement means recalibrating the safety cameras.

  At the viewing: Look closely at the whole screen for cracks and chips.

  Source: Auto Express: used Toyota C-HR (Mk1, 2017-2023) buyer’s guide

• Wind noise and sat nav glitches

  All engines

  Some owners report wind noise from the door and window seals, and sat nav glitches.

  At the viewing: Listen at motorway speed and try the sat nav.

  Source: Auto Express: used Toyota C-HR (Mk1, 2017-2023) buyer’s guide

Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2023 Toyota C-HR

Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.

1. Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?