The road tax status for MV55 LEF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for MV55 LEF?

The MOT for MV55 LEF is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 November 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of MV55 LEF?

The recorded mileage for MV55 LEF is 96,802 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MV55 LEF ULEZ compliant?

No, MV55 LEF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does MV55 LEF have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, MV55 LEF is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Outstanding Recall

2005 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Petrol · MV55 LEF

MV55 LEF

2005 Toyota RAV-4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 05 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 96,802 miles. MOT valid until 08 Nov 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: TOYOTA RAV-4
Year / Origin: 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 08 Nov 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 96,802 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

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Year

2005

Engine

1998cc

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MV55 LEF Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 26/10/2026
96,802 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MV55 LEF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 13:54

MOT Analysis

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Toyota Rav-4 (MV55 LEF) between August 2008 and October 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 29 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))”; “Central Rear Seat belt pretensioner missing where fitted as original equipment cental belt stalks missing [ poss under s”.

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MV55 LEF Mileage History

16/08/200818,523 mi
05/09/200925,783 mi+7,260 mi
07/08/201032,392 mi+6,609 mi
03/09/201142,736 mi+10,344 mi
06/06/201246,052 mi+3,316 mi
04/06/201349,701 mi+3,649 mi
12/06/201452,037 mi+2,336 mi
27/05/201554,244 mi+2,207 mi
06/06/201656,340 mi+2,096 mi
13/06/201758,604 mi+2,264 mi
13/06/201860,565 mi+1,961 mi
13/06/201962,571 mi+2,006 mi
08/06/202063,781 mi+1,210 mi
22/01/202163,993 mi+212 mi
19/01/202269,065 mi+5,072 mi
13/01/202372,666 mi+3,601 mi
09/11/202375,730 mi+3,064 mi
30/10/202483,675 mi+7,945 mi
20/10/202592,864 mi+9,189 mi
22/10/202592,864 mi
26/10/202696,802 mi+3,938 mi

Average of roughly 4,303 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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