2014 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Diesel · DA64 JVC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in March 2026 at 54,600 miles passed with only a minor advisory for a damaged windscreen. However, looking back at the previous year, a recurring pattern of neglect regarding the braking system suggests that the owner only addresses components once they reach a failure threshold or an advisory limit. The mileage profile is notably low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,550 miles per year. This low usage remained consistent between 2017 and 2021, where the car covered roughly 19,000 miles. There was a slight increase in activity between December 2024 and March 2026, covering nearly 6,000 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, it often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion on metal surfaces due to periods of stationary use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking assembly. The record shows a persistent issue with thin rear brake pads flagged in both 2023 and 2024, followed by a pitted and scored offside rear brake disc in late 2024. This indicates the rear calipers may be sticking or the discs are being left for too long, leading to surface corrosion. You should also check for surface rust on the brake lines and suspension bushes, as low-mileage vehicles of this age are prone to environmental corrosion rather than mechanical wear.