2004 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · CM04 RAV

The vehicle presents in a precarious roadworthiness state with a clear trend of worsening structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 88,869 miles, this followed a significant failure just two weeks prior at 88,835 miles. The failure revealed a fractured nearside rear coil spring and severe corrosion on the inner integral body structure that significantly reduced rigidity. Although these specific faults were addressed for the pass, the persistence of widespread corrosion indicates the vehicle is reaching a critical stage of structural fatigue. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,040 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between March 2024 (79,786 miles) and April 2025 (81,008 miles), where the vehicle covered only 1,222 miles in over a year. This low usage likely correlates with the age issues observed, such as perishing tyres and accelerated corrosion of rubber components and metalwork, which often result from vehicles periods exposed to the elements rather than high-mileage wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody, as the record consistently flags corrosion on the front sub-frame, lower suspension arms, and fuel tank straps since 2023. The 2026 failure regarding the inner wheel arch and sill is a major red flag that suggests the structural integrity is compromised. Specific attention should be paid to the condition of the track rod end dust covers and the brake pipes, which have been identified as deteriorated or excessively corroded in the most recent tests.