2005 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Diesel · GF05 UPL
2005 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 May 2005. Recorded mileage 157,343 miles. MOT expired on 31 May 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,343 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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GF05 UPL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2025
- 157,343 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GF05 UPL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Toyota Rav4 (GF05 UPL) between December 2021 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
GF05 UPL Mileage History
- 03/12/2021136,782 mi
- 31/03/2023143,570 mi+6,788 mi
- 25/03/2024149,633 mi+6,063 mi
- 02/06/2025157,343 mi+7,710 mi
Average of roughly 5,882 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota RAV4 Mk3 (XA30)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Carbon buildup causes head gasket erosion and block pitting.
- Steering Rack ClunkModerate
The electric rack can develop play and knocking sounds.
- Excessive Oil Consumption (2.0 Petrol)Moderate
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