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TOYOTA C-HR (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 31,950 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

31,950

Avg Mileage

49,598 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,772

Is the 2018 TOYOTA C-HR reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 6 years old, 90% of TOYOTA C-HRs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 31,950 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 49,598 miles.

How does the 2018 TOYOTA C-HR compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars321th out of 649(top 49%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models324th out of 996(top 33%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+1% (89% avg)
vs TOYOTA average+6% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 TOYOTA C-HR has 49,598 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a TOYOTA C-HR?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 97% MOT pass rate, while the 2023 model has the lowest at 88%. The 2018 sits between the two at 90%.

How much does a 2018 TOYOTA C-HR cost to run?

Fuel (Hybrid, 1797cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,772
Per month£148/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

TOYOTA C-HR by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202388%10315,754 mi
202297%1,62423,370 mi
202195%25,61825,846 mi
202093%25,73733,814 mi
201992%29,89341,212 mi
201890%31,95049,598 mi
201790%24,35155,072 mi
201692%87855,182 mi

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About the 2018 TOYOTA C-HR

The 2018 TOYOTA C-HR is a family car with a 1797cc hybrid engine. 31,950 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 49,598 miles at 6 years old, TOYOTA C-HR owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 TOYOTA C-HR Fuel Costs

The 1797cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2018 TOYOTA C-HR?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

TOYOTA C-HR Reliability Trend

The TOYOTA C-HR has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 TOYOTA C-HR

At 6 years old, the TOYOTA C-HR offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 97%. With 31,950 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2018 TOYOTA C-HR

If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: