2007 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Petrol · AD57 UHO

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a worsening trend in structural and suspension degradation. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 71,715 miles, the MOT history reveals a persistent failure to address underlying mechanical issues. The recurring presence of corrosion across the vehicle structure and multiple suspension components over the last three years indicates that the car is suffering from age-related decay that is not being proactively managed, despite meeting the minimum legal requirements to pass the annual test. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,715 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,774 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with accelerated degradation of rubber components and metalwork due to environmental exposure rather than mechanical wear. The interval between August 2023 at 64,770 miles and July 2024 at 67,467 miles shows an accumulation of less than 3,000 miles a year, consistent with a pattern of short-term trips or the vehicle sitting stationary for extended periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody, as the tester has repeatedly flagged structural corrosion. Although the structural rigidity is not yet significantly reduced, the progression of corrosion on the front and rear suspension components suggests that thinning is occurring. The suspension system requires close attention, specifically the fluid leak on the offside front shock absorber noted in 2024 and the deteriorated dust cover on the offside anti-roll bar linkage identified in 2025. The state of all four coil springs, which were noted as corroded in 2023, should also be verified for fractures or significant scaling.