2019 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · DF19 NHC

The vehicle passed its most recent DVSA MOT test on 5 June 2026, retaining a clean pass with no failures or significant defects, though two advisories were issued for slight perishing and cracking on the tread edges of both rear tyres. Looking back across the recorded test history, the maintenance trend has been broadly stable and reassuring, with consecutive passes in 2022, 2023, and 2024 recorded without any advisories whatsoever. The only blemish in the recent history is the 2025 test, where the vehicle initially failed on both windscreen wipers failing to clear the screen effectively, a defect that was remedied before a same-day or near-simultaneous pass was issued alongside an advisory for nearside front tyre wear. The 2026 result suggests the wiper issue was addressed and that the rear tyre advisory points to age-related degradation rather than any underlying mechanical concern. Overall, the trajectory is consistent with a well-maintained vehicle that has had only minor consumable issues addressed over the MOT cycle. With 55,249 miles recorded on a 2019 vehicle, the annual mileage equates to roughly 7,893 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical usage range for its age and suggests neither excessive long-distance wear nor the elevated risks associated with very low or irregular use. The mileage progression across the MOT records appears steady and proportionate to the intervals between tests, with no suspicious gaps or unusual accumulations that would indicate clocked figures or extended periods of standing. This is mechanically significant because it implies that the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components have been exercised regularly enough to prevent the seizing and corrosion often associated with low-use vehicles, while not being subjected to the higher wear rates of a high-mileage car. Although the MOT record is broadly clean, the recent advisories for rear tyre cracking on a seven-year-old vehicle warrant close attention during any prospective inspection. Tyre sidewall and tread-edge perishing is predominantly a calendar-age phenomenon caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light and oxidation of the rubber compound, and it can progress even when tread depth remains adequate, ultimately compromising structural integrity and grip in wet conditions. A prospective buyer should physically inspect all four tyres for hairline cracking, particularly in the sidewalls and between the tread blocks, and check the production date codes on the sidewalls to confirm the tyres are not significantly older than the vehicle itself. Given the front tyre advisory from 2025, a thorough check of the front pair for uneven shoulder wear, which can indicate tracking misalignment or worn suspension components such as drop links, bushes, or wishbone bearings, is also prudent. Beyond the tyre condition, several age-and-mileage appropriate checks are recommended for a 2019 RAV4 approaching seven years of service. The 12-volt battery should be tested for cranking performance and state of health, as original-equivalent units often begin to fail between years five and seven, and a load test can confirm whether replacement is imminent. Brake discs, particularly the rear units if the vehicle has been used for predominantly light or stop-start urban driving, should be inspected for lipping, scoring, and any evidence of binding calipers, which is common on vehicles that have sat for extended periods or seen only light braking demand. The coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid if applicable should be verified against manufacturer service intervals, as these fluids have finite calendar-based service lives regardless of mileage. Finally, a careful test drive over varied road surfaces should be conducted to listen for any suspension clonks or knocking from the front struts, top mounts, or anti-roll bar links, and to confirm smooth, vibration-free braking without any pulling to one side or pedal pulsation that would indicate warped front discs.