2006 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Petrol · LT56 EWP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in late January 2026 at 134,794 miles with no defects recorded. This indicates that the car is currently maintained to a functional standard that meets minimum legal requirements. While a failure occurred in early 2025, the immediate rectification and subsequent clean pass suggest that the owner is proactive in addressing identified faults rather than allowing them to escalate into mechanical neglect. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,740 miles per annum. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car covered 7,163 miles, followed by a slightly higher interval of 9,746 miles between 2024 and early 2025. The 410 miles recorded between the February 2025 and January 2026 tests indicate very low recent usage. This low mileage generally preserves drivetrain components but can sometimes mask issues with age-related degradation in rubber seals and fluids. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting, as older Toyota RAV-4 models are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear subframe. Given the clean recent records, check the condition of control arm bushes and shock absorber mounts, which often perish from age regardless of low mileage. Because the vehicle has sat significantly over the last year, verify the brake system for any seized calipers or pitted discs, as stationary vehicles frequently develop surface rust that affects braking surfaces.