Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Toyota C Hr?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Toyota C Hr?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Toyota C Hr?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2016 Toyota C Hr vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

23% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Toyota C Hr reliable?

Based on MOT data from 493 vehicles, the 2016 Toyota C Hr has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Toyota C Hr?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Toyota C Hr are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (44.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (44.2% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (33.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Toyota C Hr?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Toyota C Hr (2016)

493 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.5% first-time pass rate

2016 Toyota C Hr

CarHunch analysed 493 real MOT records for the 2016 Toyota C Hr. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 493 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Toyota C-HR passes its MOT first time at 89.5%, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, which marks it out as a genuinely reliable choice. However, 22.5% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and worth factoring into your inspection checklist as a buyer.

These vehicles sit at a sensible 45,200 miles median for their age, suggesting typical usage rather than high-mileage wear. With an average of 0.92 failures per test and 6.7 advisories, the C-HR tends to need routine maintenance rather than structural fixes—so budget for regular servicing and check the service history carefully when viewing a used example.

The 2016 Toyota C Hr passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (89.5%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

22.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.92

Over 7.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

45k

Middle half: 34k–56k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 6.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 493 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 493 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 44.7%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 14.5%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 11.1%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Wipers & washers 9.7%

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Toyota C Hr

Based on MOT data from 493 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 22.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (57%)	279	89.1%	0.95
Petrol (43%)	214	89.9%	0.88

Colour Breakdown

Based on 91,291 Toyota C Hr vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 27%

24,675

Silver 21.9%

19,957

White 20.6%

18,777

Blue 14.3%

13,046

Black 11.2%

10,229

Red 3.7%

3,374

Purple 1%

913

Brown 0.3%

294

Maroon 0%

Orange 0%

Green 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Toyota C Hr vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

45,201

typical

34,234

low mileage

56,047

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Toyota C Hr vehicles fall between 34,234 and 56,047 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 34,234 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 34,234–56,047 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Toyota C Hrs sit.

⚠ Over 75,663 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Toyota C Hr — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Toyota C Hrs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 470 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.92

Avg failures per vehicle

6.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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