2002 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Petrol · LG02 CSX

The vehicle is in a poor roadworthiness state, showing a worsening trend in structural and mechanical integrity. The most recent test in November 2024 at 95,532 miles resulted in a significant failure primarily due to excessive corrosion on the offside rear suspension component mounting area. This structural defect reduces the required strength and represents a serious safety risk. The vehicle also failed to meet emissions standards, with carbon monoxide and lambda readings failing, indicating ongoing engine management issues or sensor failures that have remained unaddressed across multiple tests. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, recording only 95,532 miles which averages to approximately 4,000 miles per year. However, the data shows long periods of inactivity, such as between November 2022 (88,276 miles) and December 2023 (91,940 miles). While low mileage often suggests less wear on moving parts, in this case it appears to have correlated with accelerated corrosion and the deterioration of rubber components, leading to the current mechanical failures seen in the record. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis, specifically focusing on the rear wheel arches and trailing arm areas where the tester found thinning through metal on the offside and significant corrosion on the nearside. The braking system requires attention as the history Notes a corroded nearside rear brake pipe and pitted, scored rear discs. Furthermore, the offside front shock absorber shows signs of leaking and both rear coil springs are corroded at the top, suggesting the suspension system is nearing failure. The engine's health remains a raises given the repeated emissions failures in both 2023 and 2024. The persistent oil leak, which has been noted in the last three tests, should be traced to determine its specific source and ensure it is not indicative of internal wear. Given the structural failures and the recurring mechanical faults, this vehicle likely requires significant investment to reach a safe and reliable condition.