2008 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · HG58 DZP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing MOT tests. The most recent inspection conducted in June 2025 at 147,292 miles resulted in no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and safety components currently meet regulatory standards. While a single failure occurred in May 2023, the vehicle passed the retest the very next day, suggesting a minor issue was addressed immediately. Since that period, the car has maintained a clean record without any recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eighteen-year-old Toyota vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. Between May 2022 and June 2025, the car covered 12,390 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 4,100 miles annually during that window. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which is beneficial for maintaining rubber seals, gaskets, and preventing brake-related corrosion. The lack of significant spikes in mileage indicates predictable wear on the drivetrain components. Given the clean MOT records in recent years, a physical inspection should focus on common wear items for a RAV4 of this age and mileage. While the records have not flagged structural issues, the buyer should manually inspect the chassis for corrosion, particularly on the rear subframe and mounting points where rust accumulates over two decades. Examine the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these often degrade on older SUVs regardless of MOT test results. Since the vehicle has passed without recorded advisories, checking for oil leaks and the state of the brake discs and hoses remains the final step in its due diligence.