2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric · DU17 BVW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive servicing of consumable components. The most recent test in March 2025 at 69,820 miles identified thinning front brake pads and pitted or scored front brake discs. While the vehicle passed, these defects indicate that the braking system has reached the end of its effective service life, moving away from the clean record seen in the 2024 test. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,750 miles per year. Between February 2023 and March 2024, the car covered 10,373 miles, while a further 9,729 miles were clocked between March 2024 and March 2025. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than sporadic trips, indicating the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to internal fluid degradation or failure of seals and rubber components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front braking assembly to ensure the discs and pads have been replaced as per the March 2025 advisory. The 2022 test at 40,991 miles flagged multiple tyre defects and perishing across both axles, which suggests a history of neglect regarding basic rubberwork maintenance. Verify the current condition of all tyres for sidewall cracking or uneven wear. Given the previous offside headlamp failure in 2024, a quick check of the entire lighting circuit is necessary to ensure no further wiring or bulb issues persist.