2000 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · TRZ 1028

The vehicle currently records a PASS on the 6 November 2021 test at 116,151 miles, but the tester noted a corroded coil spring, an oil leak, and a rear brake pipe suffering corrosion and grease contamination. The pattern of results shows a shift from repeated failures in 2016‑2019 to consecutive passes in 2020 and 2021, indicating an improving trend, though the persistence of corrosion points to a stable underlying issue. At 116,151 miles the car averages roughly 4,500 miles per year, well below the typical annual mileage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage rose from 101,901 miles in October 2016 to 116,151 miles in November 2021, an increase of about 14,250 miles over five years, confirming a consistently low‑use profile without any sudden spikes. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the front sub‑frame and lower suspension arms, which have been flagged for corrosion and, in earlier tests, serious weakening. The rear brake pipe, noted as corroded and greased in both 2020 and 2021, warrants inspection for leaks or structural compromise. The shock absorber oil mist observed from 2016 onward should be checked for seal integrity, and the wheel‑arch panels, repeatedly recorded as heavily corroded and holed, must be examined for rust penetration that could affect structural integrity. Finally, verify that the headlamps and windscreen wipers operate correctly, as earlier failures in 2019 suggest possible lingering electrical or mechanical wear.