2006 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · A2 YGG

The 2006 Toyota RAV4 presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 12 December 2025 at 68,511 miles with zero defects recorded. However, the record contains a notable anomaly: the vehicle failed its MOT on 3 December 2025 at 68,495 miles, yet the official record lists no defects. This pattern repeats from November 2023, where a failure on the 6th at 53,034 miles also shows no recorded defects before a clean pass the following day. Such entries typically indicate administrative errors, VIN plate discrepancies, or tester procedural issues rather than mechanical faults. Mechanically, the vehicle demonstrates consistent roadworthiness with no recurring structural or mechanical advisories. The recorded mileage of 68,511 miles equates to a low annual average of roughly 3,426 miles over two decades, suggesting prolonged periods of static use. Despite this low overall average, recent usage tells a different story. Between the November 2023 test at 53,034 miles and the November 2024 test at 60,275 miles, the RAV4 covered 7,241 miles. This increased to 8,236 miles over the subsequent twelve months, reaching 68,511 miles by December 2025. The data shows a distinct shift from very light historical use to a more regular, though still modest, annual mileage in recent years. Given the absence of recorded mechanical defects, a buyer should focus on the implications of the vehicle's low-mileage history and the unexplained test failures. Long periods of standing can cause perishable components to deteriorate, so inspect the condition of all rubber suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls for cracking, and brake discs for surface corrosion. The two failures without recorded defects warrant a physical check of the VIN plate and chassis stamping to rule out identity issues or structural rust in the load-bearing areas. Verify the exhaust emissions output and check for binding calipers, as these are common failure points that might have been rectified prior to the clean passes but could resurface without warning.