2005 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Diesel · FV05 PCU

The 2005 Toyota RAV-4 demonstrates exceptional roadworthiness, maintaining a stable and clean mechanical trend anchored by a flawless pass on 22 September 2025 at 149,251 miles with zero defects recorded. This clean diagnostic sheet mirrors the preceding tests on 25 September 2024 at 146,634 miles and 7 September 2023 at 144,179 miles, both of which also passed without any advisories or failure points. The single anomaly in the history is a same-day administrative failure and pass on 24 August 2022 at 140,247 miles, which resolved immediately without leaving lingering structural or mechanical fault records. The vehicle has accumulated 149,251 miles over its 21-year lifespan, averaging roughly 7,107 miles annually, which sits comfortably within normal UK driving tolerances. Mileage accumulation has remained remarkably consistent across the examined timeline, showing an increase of roughly 4,000 miles between August 2022 and September 2023, followed by steady increments of approximately 2,500 miles annually up to the most recent test in September 2025. This steady usage pattern indicates the vehicle has remained in regular operation without enduring prolonged periods of storage or excessive commercial mileage strain. Prospective buyers should prioritize a physical inspection of the chassis, subframes, and suspension components, given that older Toyotas frequently accumulate surface corrosion on structural members even when passing MOT tests cleanly. While the lack of recent advisory notes suggests previous owners maintained the mechanical consumables diligently, a physical check of the brake discs, pads, and suspension bushes remains essential during a pre-purchase viewing. Confirming the condition of the four-wheel-drive system and checking for any fluid leaks around the transmission and differential will complete a thorough assessment of this mechanically sound chassis.