2016 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric · GL66 BKV

The vehicle shows a consistent history of maintenance, though recent records indicate a reactive approach to consumable wear. The most recent test in December 2025 at 75,147 miles resulted in a failure due to a nearside dipped headlamp, which was rectified immediately to achieve a pass. This suggests the owner monitors and addresses critical safety failures once they occur. However, the test in January 2025 at 65,276 miles revealed a significant list of defects, including thin front brake pads at 2.5mm, worn discs, and trailing arm bushes on both re. At 75,147 miles, the RAV4 averages approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a decade-old vehicle. There is a notable gap of two years between the clean December 2022 test and the 2024 test, during which the vehicle covered nearly 10,000 miles. The 2024 inspection at 55,944 miles flagged worn front tyres and low brake components, indicating that service intervals for wear items may have been pushed to the limit of inspection. The mechanical record highlights a trend of suspension and brake component degradation. The 2025 failure regarding worn trailing arm bushes on both rear sides indicates that the rubber components are reaching their end, which can affect handling precision if not replaced. A buyer should verify that these bushes have been addressed and check the offside rear tyre for the cracking noted in early 2025. No major structural corrosion issues have been recorded, but the recurring flags on brake and suspension hardware suggest the vehicle requires proactive attention to prevent future MOT failures.