2019 Toyota C-Hr Lime Hev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,161 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Toyota C-Hr Lime Hev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 10.9% in the 60-90k group versus 3.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.1% | 48 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.1% | 36 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 11 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.5% | 6 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 54 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 4 | Washers | 5 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 5 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 4 |
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 | 23.7% | 275 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.9% | 115 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.7% | 54 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 31 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.0% | 23 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 10 |
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 | 659 | 3.2% |
| 30-60k | 439 | 7.1% |
| 60-90k | 55 | 10.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 583 | 6.9% |
| Hybrid | 578 | 3.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 291 | 2.8% |
| 2023 | 283 | 3.5% |
| 2024 | 286 | 6.6% |
| 2025 | 297 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 C-Hr Lime Hev Cvt
Before buying a 2019 Toyota C-Hr Lime Hev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.1% 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.
- Tyres (3.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (0.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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-Hr Lime Hev Cvts pass their MOT?
95.0% of the 1,161 2019 Toyota C-Hr Lime Hev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Toyota C-Hr Lime Hev Cvt?
Visibility, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by tyres (3.1%).
Does the 2019 C-Hr Lime Hev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.2% in the 0-30k band to 10.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,161 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.