2001 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · LB51 AEG
2001 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 06 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 141,342 miles. MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,342 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LB51 AEG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2023
- 141,342 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LB51 AEG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Toyota Rav4 (LB51 AEG) between November 2022 and November 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
LB51 AEG Mileage History
- 24/11/2022139,857 mi
- 25/11/2022139,863 mi+6 mi
- 21/11/2023141,338 mi+1,475 mi
- 24/11/2023141,342 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 1,486 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota RAV4 Mk2 (XA20)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise significant caution before purc
Prioritise a thorough inspection of the vehicle's underside. The MOT history for this registration (LB51AEG) shows repeated mentions of general underbody corrosion and specific sub-frame corrosion noted in late 2023. You should negotiate the price downwards to account for potential upcoming structural repairs or seek evidence of recent rust treatment.
Check the service history specifically for oil leak management, as this has been a recurring advisory since at least 2022. Ensure that the Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is fully functional and that no warning lights remain illuminated, following the failure recorded in November 2023. Given the age and mileage, verify that all suspension components, such as the coil springs, have been recently inspected or replaced.
As a 2.0L petrol SUV from 2001, running costs will be higher than a modern equivalent. Expect moderate fuel economy typical of older petrol engines in larger chassis. Tax and insurance groups will depend on the specific policy, but older SUVs often fall into mid-range brackets.
Maintenance costs may be unpredictable due to the documented history of oil leaks and corrosion. You should budget for more frequent suspension and braking component replacements, as these are common areas of concern for this model and have appeared in this vehicle's recent MOT history.
Focus heavily on the chassis and sub-frame. The MOT records from November 2023 explicitly state that the sub-frame was corroded, and the 2022 record noted significant corrosion to the offside rear integral body structure (sill). A professional inspection for structural integrity is essential.
Additionally, inspect the engine bay for signs of the oil leak mentioned in multiple MOT tests (2022 and 2023). Check the condition of the headlamp lenses, as a failure for reduced light output due to lens products was recorded in 2023, and ensure the windscreen wipers operate effectively, addressing the failure noted in 2022.
This 2001 Toyota RAV4, finished in blue with a 2.0L petrol engine, has covered 141,342 miles since its first registration in November 2001. While the model has a high aggregate pass rate of 85.7%, this specific example has a history of MOT failures related to underbody corrosion, oil leaks, and component failures. The mileage is notably higher than the model average of 7,594 miles per year.
The Toyota RAV4 shows a strong aggregate MOT pass rate of 85.7% across the dataset, though common failure points include headlamps, brake discs, and shock absorbers.
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- Automatic Transmission Engine Control Module ECU Solder FailureSerious
2000–2003 RAV4 automatic models equipped with the 2.0-litre 1AZ-FE engine suffer from cracked surface-mount solder joints on the circuit board of the engine control unit (ECU). The cracked connections disrupt output signals to the transmission shift solenoids, causing harsh banging shifts between 1st and 2nd gear, delayed reverse engagement, slipping gears, and false diagnostic trouble codes (P0750, P0753, P0755). If ignored, the violent shifts strip clutch pack linings and damage internal planetary gears.
- Front Suspension Coil Spring Salt Corrosion FractureSerious
The front MacPherson suspension coil springs are prone to corrosion fatigue and sudden cracking, accelerated by winter road grit and moisture accumulating in the lower spring perches. If the lower coil fractures, the broken spring end can foul the inner wing or puncture the front tyre sidewall at speed, posing a severe safety danger. Toyota issued UK safety recall campaign R/2004/048 to inspect and replace affected springs.
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