2019 Toyota C-Hr — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 76,231 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Toyota C-Hr, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 92.6% was above the average for small SUVs of a similar age (91.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 14.0% in the 150k+ group versus 4.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.5% | 3,456 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 4.5% | 3,429 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.5% | 2,657 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 643 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 337 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 131 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 3,487 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 2,984 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 1,488 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 1,061 |
| 5 | Washers | 815 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 492 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 21.9% | 16,674 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 8,034 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.3% | 4,836 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 2,265 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.1% | 1,605 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 969 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 33,167 | 4.6% |
| 30-60k | 32,933 | 8.8% |
| 60-90k | 7,904 | 11.9% |
| 90-120k | 1,697 | 11.4% |
| 120-150k | 385 | 11.9% |
| 150k+ | 143 | 14.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 66,445 | 7.4% |
| Petrol | 9,782 | 7.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,132 | 3.9% |
| 2022 | 18,963 | 5.4% |
| 2023 | 18,718 | 6.4% |
| 2024 | 18,498 | 8.5% |
| 2025 | 18,920 | 9.5% |
What to check before buying a 2019 C-Hr
Before buying a 2019 Toyota C-Hr, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.5% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (4.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (3.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Toyota C-Hrs pass their MOT?
92.6% of the 76,231 2019 Toyota C-Hr MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Toyota C-Hr?
Visibility, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (4.5%).
Does the 2019 C-Hr get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.6% in the 0-30k band to 14.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 76,231 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.