2005 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · J33 VAS
2005 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 114,475 miles. MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,475 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J33 VAS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2026
- 114,475 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J33 VAS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Toyota Rav4 (J33 VAS) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues). 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.
J33 VAS Mileage History
- 07/08/2024100,220 mi
- 12/08/2025107,729 mi+7,509 mi
- 12/08/2025107,729 mi
- 12/08/2026114,475 mi+6,746 mi
- 12/08/2026114,475 mi
Average of roughly 7,087 miles per year across 5 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: Average
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