2013 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · GA63 BAK

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend with a recent history of minor electrical and cosmetic failures rather than serious mechanical or structural issues. The most recent test on 22 September 2025 at 112,618 miles resulted in a failure due to a damaged offside obligatory mirror, a non-functional offside side repeater, and cloudy headlamp lenses. While these issues necessitated a retest, the vehicle passed shortly after, suggesting the faults were easily rectifiable and not indicative of underlying mechanical neglect. The mileage accumulation remains consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,663 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 51,828 miles in September 2018 to 112,618 miles in September 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history or periods of unexplained inactivity. This regular usage pattern typically suggests a vehicle that has been driven predictably rather than sitting idle for long periods, which helps mitigate certain types of component degradation. A buyer should pay close attention to the lighting and visibility components. The headlamp lenses have been flagged for cloudiness/scratches in both the September 2024 and September 2025 tests, indicating a recurring issue with lens clarity that may affect night-time visibility. The previous failure regarding the tyre pressure monitoring system in October 2016 should also be verified to ensure the system is currently functioning correctly. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of tyres being worn close to the legal limit, specifically noted in 2020, 2021, and 2023. This suggests the previous owners tended to run consumables toward the end of their useful life rather than replacing them proactively. While no major suspension, brake, or structural corrosion issues have appeared in the records, a physical inspection of the tyre tread, sidewalls, and suspension bushes is recommended to ensure the vehicle meets modern safety standards.