2013 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · KT13 AWR

The vehicle passed its latest MOT on 16 December 2025 at 110 076 miles with no recorded defects, confirming current roadworthiness. The preceding test on 2 December 2024 at 95 967 miles failed, exposing multiple brake‑system issues: rear and front pads below 1.5 mm thickness, disc wear and scoring, a damaged rear bumper, a faulty tyre‑pressure monitoring system and a deteriorated rear registration plate. The rapid retest and subsequent pass indicate corrective work was completed, shifting the maintenance trend from a deteriorating phase to an improving one. Mileage accumulation from June 2016 (14 287 mi) to December 2025 (110 076 mi) totals roughly 95 800 mi, averaging about 10 600 mi per year—higher than the typical 8 500 mi/yr for a 13‑year‑old RAV4. Older records show long gaps between tests, but the cluster of entries in December 2024 reflects a period of intensified use or deferred servicing. The tight date range of the failure and immediate retest points to a swift repair cycle rather than prolonged neglect. A buyer should inspect the brake pads for thickness above the 1.5 mm limit, verify that front and rear discs are free from pitting and scoring, and check caliper operation for binding. The rear shock absorbers exhibited oil misting in 2017 and 2021; visual leak checks and a ride‑height assessment are warranted. The rear registration plate should be examined for corrosion, and the fitted undertrays inspected to ensure they do not conceal exhaust or structural corrosion. The bumper damage noted in 2024 requires close visual inspection for rust spread and structural integrity. Finally, the tyre‑pressure monitoring system and tyre tread depths should be tested, as previous failures highlighted a malfunctioning TPMS and tyre cracking.