2019 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric · GL19 UOB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward concerns regarding consumable management. In the most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 41,502 miles, the vehicle passed despite an advisory for rear tyres showing signs of perishing on both the nearside and offside. This follows a similar advisory from February 2025 at 34,106 miles, indicating that while the vehicle remains legal, the rubber components are aging. The mileage profile is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. There is a significant gap between the May 2022 test at 16,329 miles and the May 2023 test at 22,302 miles, where only 5,973 miles were covered in nine months. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often correlates with age-related degradation of materials, such as the tyre cracking observed in the recent records. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the history highlights a recurring issue with perishing and uneven wear. The 2023 record noted a nearside front tyre worn to the 3mm limit on the edge, which suggests a potential alignment or suspension geometry issue that should be verified. Although no structural rust or mechanical defects have been recorded over the years, the low annual mileage necessitates a check for brake caliper seizing or fluid degradation, which can occur when vehicles remain stationary for extended periods.