2022 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · EK22 FKZ

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Toyota RAV4 was conducted on 11 September 2025, at which point the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded against it. A prior test on 15 April 2025 also resulted in a clean pass with no advisories. While the MOT history presented here is relatively short, comprising only two consecutive clean passes within a five-month window, the absence of any recorded defects, advisories, or warnings across these examinations indicates a stable and well-maintained mechanical condition at the time of testing. There is no evidence in the record of recurring issues or a pattern of deterioration in any specific component area, which is reassuring for a prospective buyer. It is worth noting, however, that MOT testing is a statutory roadworthiness check and does not evaluate engine internals, transmission health, or service history in depth, so the clean record should be considered alongside other verification steps. With a recorded mileage of 20,021 miles over approximately four years, this RAV4 is averaging around 5,005 miles annually, which is notably below the typical UK average and suggests either predominantly short-trip urban use, light leisure use, or significant periods of standing. Low annual mileage can be beneficial for major drivetrain components, with minimal wear expected on the clutch assembly, gearbox synchros, and engine internals relative to higher-mileage counterparts. Conversely, low usage combined with periods of inactivity often accelerates degradation of certain consumables and rubber components, and can mask underlying issues that only manifest under regular loading. Buyers should be alert to the possibility that mechanical sympathy derived from frequent use is absent here, meaning items such as brakes may have suffered from corrosion due to lack of regular application rather than wear from use. Given the clean MOT record and the low-mileage profile, the prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on age-related degradation rather than wear-related concerns. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds deteriorate with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and a vehicle of this vintage with low mileage is particularly susceptible to dry-rot symptoms. Similarly, the 12-volt battery should be evaluated for state of charge and load capacity, since prolonged standing and short infrequent journeys prevent adequate alternator replenishment and can lead to sulphation. The brake calipers, brake discs, and rear drums or electric park brake mechanisms should be examined for corrosion or seizing, as standing vehicles frequently suffer from binding calipers that may pass an MOT brake efficiency test but still produce uneven pad wear or pulling under load. Under-bonnet inspection should include checking all fluid levels and their condition, particularly noting that brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades on a calendar basis, typically requiring replacement every two to three years irrespective of mileage, while coolant and automatic transmission fluid should also be assessed against the manufacturer's time-based service intervals. On a test drive, the buyer should listen carefully for any clonks or knocks from the suspension, particularly over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as components such as anti-roll bar drop links, wishbone bushes, and coil springs can perish or seize with age even at low mileage. The transmission, whether manual or automatic, should be exercised through all gears with attention to smooth engagement and absence of shunt or flare, and the all-wheel-drive system, if fitted, should be evaluated for proper engagement. Warning lights on the instrument cluster should illuminate and extinguish correctly during the ignition cycle, and any persistent hybrid system warnings, where applicable to the drivetrain specification, should be investigated via a professional diagnostic read. Finally, verifying the service book stamps and corroborating the recorded mileage against any available digital service history will provide essential context to confirm that the low recorded mileage genuinely reflects light use rather than inconsistent record-keeping.