TOYOTA 4-RUNNER1991 · 2.5L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable level of roadworthiness based on its consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection on 18 February 2025 at 126,449 miles recorded no defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle met all pass criteria at that time. This trend of clean results suggests that the previous owners maintained the vehicle sufficiently to avoid common mechanical or structural failures typically seen in older SUVs. The mileage profile is highly irregular for a 23-year-old vehicle. While the average usage is approximately 5,500 miles per year, there is a significant anomaly between the July 2020 test at 100,716 miles and the July 2021 test at only 10,652 miles. This gap suggests the vehicle sat stationary or was used minimally for a year during that period, followed by a rapid accumulation of over 15,000 miles between 2021 and 2025. Such long periods of inactivity can often lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown despite the low overall odometer reading. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the 4-Runner, particularly the chassis rails and mounting points where rust is known to manifest. Given the age of the vehicle and the identified periods of inactivity, check for perished suspension bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and tyre sidewalls that may not have triggered a failure during a standard MOT test. Inspect the brake lines for corrosion and ensure the calipers are not seizing, as low mileage does not protect the braking system from environmental degradation over two decades.