2005 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · BD55 DHN

The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate valid until May 2026, following a pass on 23 May 2025 at 114,484 miles. The recent MOT history demonstrates a stable trend, with four consecutive annual passes recorded since May 2022. The absence of recorded advisories or failures during this four-year window indicates that the vehicle met the minimum required safety standards at the time of each inspection. The recorded mileage of 114,484 miles over a 21-year period averages approximately 5,452 miles per annum. This rate of use is consistent across the provided four-year window, showing no evidence of long periods of inactivity or sudden spikes in usage. While the MOT record is clean, it is limited to the most recent four years of the vehicle's life, leaving the mechanical history prior to 2022 undocumented in this data set. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on areas not fully captured by the MOT test, specifically the condition of the engine bay, transmission, and internal wear. Given the vehicle's age, inspect the underside for structural corrosion, particularly around the chassis rails and subframe mounting points, as surface rust can develop even if the vehicle passes basic safety checks. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or fatigue that may not have triggered a failure but could affect ride quality. The buying score for this vehicle is 68 out of 100, reflecting a low risk level based on the recent MOT consistency. While the clean record is a positive indicator of recent compliance, the age of the vehicle necessitates a thorough check of rubber components, cooling system hoses, and fluid levels. Ensure the timing belt replacement interval has been respected, as this is a critical maintenance item that does not appear on MOT records.