2005 Toyota RAV4 XT-R D-4D 2.0L Diesel · DX55 UDV

The vehicle's current roadworthiness status is currently failing, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test conducted on 2023-06-09 at 183,937 miles. This test passed with no recorded defects, but the preceding test on 2022-03-29 at 174,509 miles failed, indicating a significant deterioration in mechanical condition since that date. The maintenance trend appears to be worsening, as the vehicle has experienced two separate failed tests within a single year, suggesting that the previous owner likely failed to perform routine inspections or maintenance. The mileage pattern reveals a sharp acceleration in wear accumulation, with the vehicle reaching 183,937 miles in the most recent test. Given that the car was approximately 21 years old, this mileage represents roughly 8,759 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage but indicates that the vehicle may be experiencing accelerated wear on critical components. The gap between the 2022-03-29 test and the 2023-06-09 test suggests that the vehicle has not been maintained for at least two years, a period where the owner would have been expected to attend a MOT or have performed preventative servicing. Consequently, the vehicle requires immediate and thorough inspection in person to identify recurring faults or structural risks. Given the two failed tests and the high mileage, the buyer must verify that the suspension bushes and coil springs are intact, that brake discs and calipers are in good condition, and that the exhaust emissions system is compliant. Additionally, the buyer must check for structural integrity issues such as corrosion on the chassis or mounting points, as the failure of the most recent test at 183,937 miles suggests that the vehicle has not been properly maintained for over two years.