2007 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Petrol · LR07 UHK

The vehicle shows a history of recurring suspension and exhaust issues that are typical for its age and low mileage. In the most recent test in June 2026 at 73,747 miles, it passed despite advisories for a corroded offside front suspension arm and a nearside front tyre nearing the legal limit. This follows a double failure in May 2025 at 68,691 miles, where the tester identified a structural failure in the offside front tyre and poor exhaust lambda readings. The lambda failure suggests intermittent engine management issues or sensor degradation that required attention, though these were addressed prior to the subsequent pass. At 73,747 miles over 19 years, the RAV-4 averages approximately 3,880 miles per year. This low rate of use often leads to degradation of rubber components and corrosion rather than mechanical wear from distance. The record confirms this, with persistent reports of corrosion on all coil springs starting in 2019 and continuing through 2023. The presence of pitted brake discs and corroded brake pipes in 2019 indicates that the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, allowing moisture to affect the undercarriage metal surfaces. The maintenance trend appears reactive rather than proactive. The owner addressed the anti-roll bar bushes and exhaust leaks after they caused failures, but the recurring corrosion on the springs and suspension arms remains an ongoing concern. While the vehicle currently passes, the advisory for the corroded offside front suspension arm marks the beginning of structural thinning. A buyer should specifically inspect the integrity of the suspension mounting and the condition of the brake lines to ensure the observed corrosion has not progressed beyond surface levels.