2003 TOYOTA RAV42.0L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass during the most recent inspection on 14 October 2025 at 83,929 miles. This lack of recorded defects indicates that the mechanical and structural components currently meet minimum standards. Following a brief failure in October 2024, the owner successfully rectified the issues, as the vehicle passed a retest just nine miles later. This suggests that the current owner is responsive to MOT safety requirements when faults are identified. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,650 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered only 7,967 miles, confirming a history of light short-distance use or extended periods of inactivity. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and gearbox, long-term standing of an older vehicle can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components or internal surface corrosion on braking components which is not always reflected in mileage-based data. A physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, as older Toyota RAV4 models are prone to corrosion regardless of mileage. The buyer should specifically examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or perish, as age affects these materials more than distance. Given the low usage, the brake system should be checked for seized calipers or pitted discs, which are common issues in vehicles that remain stationary for long periods.