2018 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · LR68 SYP

A clean DVSA history defines this 2018 Toyota RAV4's roadworthiness profile, with five recorded MOT tests from 2021 through 2025 each returning a pass and no advisories or failures logged at any point. Across all four years of testing history, no component has been flagged for wear, corrosion, deterioration, or any defect category, suggesting a structurally and mechanically uneventful record from the perspective of the annual statutory inspection. The most recent test on 2025-10-24 produced another clean pass, continuing the pattern established at every prior visit and indicating that no recurring mechanical issues have emerged within the scope of MOT testing over the vehicle's lifetime so far. Recorded mileage stands at 25,821 miles over approximately eight years, equating to an average annual accumulation of around 3,228 miles, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age and type. The MOT testing record shows annual tests from 2023 onwards after an initial entry in September 2021, and the consistent year-on-year test cycle suggests the vehicle has remained in regular use and on the road rather than laid up for extended periods. This low-mileage usage pattern means that wear-related items such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension components are likely to retain significant service life, though the relatively modest distance covered annually can also mean some consumables age through time rather than distance. From a buyer inspection standpoint, the absence of any flagged components in the MOT history means there are no specific advisories to follow up on directly, but the low annual mileage profile warrants particular attention to items that degrade through standing time as much as through use. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, paying particular attention to the anti-roll bar bushes, wishbone bushes, and front strut top mounts, which can deteriorate on low-mileage vehicles. Check for any pulling under braking, uneven brake pedal feel, or binding calipers that may have developed from infrequent use, and inspect the brake discs visually for any surface rust pitting that has become established rather than wiped clean through regular braking. Examine the underside and around the rear axle for any signs of corrosion on subframe mounting points, brake pipes, and suspension arms, even though none has yet been flagged, and verify that the exhaust system remains secure and free from corrosion damage at mounting points and joints. Inspect the tyres for any cracking, flat-spotting from standing, or uneven shoulder wear that could indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues, and confirm that the manufacturing date stamps on the sidewalls are recent given that tyre compound ageing can occur regardless of tread depth. Finally, check for any oil misting or seepage around the engine and transmission seams that could indicate dried gaskets re-leaking after periods of light use, and ensure all fluid levels are at the correct mark before committing to purchase.