2013 TOYOTA RAV42.0L PETROL

The 2013 Toyota RAV4 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 24 September 2025 at 70,554 miles returned a completely clean pass with zero defects. This is a significant contrast to earlier years and suggests the current owner has addressed previous minor tyre deterioration and maintained the vehicle to a high standard. The last three consecutive tests, from 2023 through 2025, all passed without advisories, indicating consistent and competent upkeep. The mileage pattern tells a story of very light use. At roughly 5,427 miles per year, this is well below the UK average. The annual MOT records show steady but low accumulation: 57,865 miles in September 2022, 61,973 in 2023, 66,739 in 2024, and 70,554 in 2025. This equates to approximately 4,000 to 4,800 miles added each year. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings, and the annual testing pattern confirms the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting idle for long periods. Low mileage reduces wear on mechanical components, but a buyer should still verify that essential fluids and rubber parts have been replaced on time regardless of distance. The only recurring theme in the MOT history is tyre condition. In 2021, the tester flagged perishing on the nearside rear tyre. By 2022, both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and on the edges, while both rear tyres showed cracking or perishing. These are minor consumable issues, not structural or mechanical failures, but they do suggest the previous owner may have deferred basic tyre maintenance. The clean passes since 2023 indicate the tyres were replaced and have since remained in good condition. A buyer should still inspect the current tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as rubber degrades over time even with low mileage. Beyond tyres, the complete absence of defects in recent years is encouraging for a 13-year-old SUV. No corrosion, suspension wear, brake faults, or emissions failures have been flagged. A buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the underside for structural rust, check the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs, and test the brakes for any binding or uneven wear. The clean MOT record is a strong positive indicator, but a physical inspection remains essential to confirm the vehicle's condition beneath the surface.