2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric · CF17 AJF

Four consecutive MOT passes with no advisories, defects, or failures recorded between 2022 and 2025 define this RAV4's roadworthiness profile, and the most recent test on 9 July 2025 closed the sequence with a clean pass. Over a four-year documented testing window, the vehicle has produced a defect-free record, meaning there is no DVSA evidence of wear items reaching advisory threshold, no repeat component concerns, and no structural or corrosion issues flagged at test. While MOT results alone cannot confirm the mechanical condition of items only inspected on a rolling basis, the absence of recorded advisories across four annual examinations is an objective data point that indicates none of the routinely tested components such as tyres, brakes, suspension, exhaust, or visible structure were identified as approaching a pass/fail boundary. The recorded mileage of 25,748 miles across nine years equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 2,861 miles, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age and type. The MOT record shows annual tests at consistent intervals from 2022 through 2025, with no multi-year gaps suggesting the vehicle has been kept on the road throughout that period. Such a low mileage profile typically results in less wear on high-cycle consumables like brake pads and discs, clutch friction material, and engine internals from sustained running. However, prolonged low-mileage use can also bring specific mechanical considerations such as standing-related deterioration of rubber components, moisture retention in brake fluid, and infrequent thermal cycling of the engine and drivetrain fluids. The MOT record cannot confirm whether these systems were independently inspected or serviced outside of the test, so they warrant physical verification on inspection. Given that no specific components have been flagged in the MOT history, buyer guidance must focus on the areas that most commonly affect a low-mileage RAV4 of this generation rather than on parts named in the DVSA record. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would point to worn anti-roll bar bushes, wishbone bushes, or top mounts, all of which are routine wear items on Toyota SUVs and may have aged out of tolerance faster than they have worn through use. Check for uneven tyre wear across the tread, particularly inner-edge wear, which can indicate alignment drift from infrequent use or worn suspension geometry components. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive without excessive travel, and the vehicle should pull up straight under firm braking without vibration through the pedal or steering, which would suggest corroded or warped front brake discs, a common finding on cars that have spent long periods stationary. Under the vehicle, inspect the underside for any surface corrosion or fluid residue, particularly around the exhaust mounting rubbers, rear trailing arm bushes, and any visible underbody seams, as the MOT record does not include a recorded inspection of corrosion that may have developed since the last test. Check all fluid levels including brake fluid, coolant, and engine oil on the dipstick, looking for any signs of milky residue or discolouration that would suggest infrequent fluid changes. With the engine running from cold, listen for any irregular idling, timing chain rattle on startup, or excessive vibration, as low mileage does not always protect against age-related degradation of engine ancillaries. Finally, verify that all dashboard warning systems cycle correctly on ignition and that the air conditioning system delivers cold air consistently, as long periods of infrequent use can allow refrigerant seals to perish and system pressures to drop, a common issue on vehicles that have not been driven hard or regularly.