2005 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · BJ05 VGF
2005 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 09 May 2005. Recorded mileage 122,361 miles. MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,361 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ05 VGF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2025
- 122,361 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ05 VGF 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 2005 Toyota Rav4 (BJ05 VGF) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
BJ05 VGF Mileage History
- 17/11/2021114,749 mi
- 16/11/2022117,521 mi+2,772 mi
- 22/11/2023120,027 mi+2,506 mi
- 08/11/2024121,082 mi+1,055 mi
- 24/11/2025122,361 mi+1,279 mi
Average of roughly 1,894 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota RAV4 Mk3 (XA30)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2005 model year cars.
- 2.2 D-4D / D-CAT Head Gasket FailureSerious
Carbon buildup causes head gasket erosion and block pitting.
- Steering Rack ClunkModerate
The electric rack can develop play and knocking sounds.
- Excessive Oil Consumption (2.0 Petrol)Moderate
The 2.0-litre petrol engine can burn oil at higher mileages due to piston ring wear.
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