2008 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · BF58 FLR
2008 Toyota RAV4 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 27 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 147,955 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,955 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BF58 FLR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 147,955 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BF58 FLR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Rav4 (BF58 FLR) between June 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 29 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
BF58 FLR Mileage History
- 24/06/2022133,121 mi
- 27/06/2023137,154 mi+4,033 mi
- 02/07/2024142,418 mi+5,264 mi
- 27/06/2025146,046 mi+3,628 mi
- 31/07/2026147,955 mi+1,909 mi
Average of roughly 3,616 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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