2008 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · BT08 HFS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test on 13 August 2024 at 119,155 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure one day prior at 119,145 miles. This isolated failure likely involved a minor, easily rectifiable consumable item such as a blown bulb or a wiper blade, which was addressed immediately before the retest. The overall trend suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a functional standard without significant mechanical or structural decline. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a vehicle of eighteen years' age, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. Between July 2021 and August 2024, the vehicle covered 10,573 miles, showing a steady rate of use rather than long periods of stagnation. This low-to-average- mileage profile is generally beneficial for the drivetrain components, though it necessitates checking the age of rubber-based parts. The regularity of the MOT intervals indicates a proactive owner who has adhered to the legal testing and maintenance schedule. While the clean MOT history is encouraging, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of the suspension and chassis components. Given the age of the RAV4, rubber bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs are prone to cracking or perishing regardless of low mileage. The buyer should specifically inspect the underbody for structural corrosion on the sills and exhaust mounting points, as the MOT does not detect surface rust until it reaches a failure threshold. Checking the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers is also advisable to ensure the lack of recorded defects in the history reflects the actual current state of the braking system.