2005 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · BU05 XOG
2005 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 121,685 miles. MOT expired on 17 May 2023.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 May 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,685 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU05 XOG Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2022
- 121,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU05 XOG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Toyota Rav4 (BU05 XOG) between May 2022 and May 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 May 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
BU05 XOG Mileage History
- 05/05/2022121,624 mi
- 18/05/2022121,685 mi+61 mi
Average of roughly 1,723 miles per year across 2 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: Below Average
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- 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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