2001 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Petrol · CW51 ABN

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status following a successful MOT test on January 16, 2026, at 161,531 miles. While the record shows initial failures on the same dates in both 2025 and 2026, the lack of recorded defects suggests that any issues were rectified immediately prior to passing. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has consistently passed without recurring mechanical or structural failures over the last three testing cycles. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twenty-five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles annually. Between the January 2024 test at 140,168 miles and the January 2025 test at 151,071 miles, the car covered 10,903 miles, followed by another 10,460 miles before the most recent test. This steady accumulation of mileage indicates regular use rather than long periods of stationary storage, which helps to prevent the degradation of rubber seals and fluid-related components. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as vehicles of this era are prone to significant corrosion. Despite the clean MOT history recently, the high mileage necessitates a close look at the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for signs of excessive wear. Given the age, verifying the condition of the brake discs and checking for binding calipers is also essential to ensure the recent passes reflect a well-maintained state.