2005 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · PF05 LRJ
2005 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28 May 2005. Recorded mileage 109,010 miles. MOT expired on 08 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,010 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PF05 LRJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2025
- 109,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PF05 LRJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Toyota Rav4 (PF05 LRJ) between December 2021 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
PF05 LRJ Mileage History
- 11/12/202193,025 mi
- 06/12/202296,808 mi+3,783 mi
- 09/05/2024103,763 mi+6,955 mi
- 08/05/2025109,010 mi+5,247 mi
- 08/05/2025109,010 mi
Average of roughly 4,694 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota RAV4 Mk3 (XA30)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- 2.2 D-4D / D-CAT Head Gasket FailureSerious
Carbon buildup causes head gasket erosion and block pitting.
- Steering Rack ClunkModerate
The electric rack can develop play and knocking sounds.
- Excessive Oil Consumption (2.0 Petrol)Moderate
The 2.0-litre petrol engine can burn oil at higher mileages due to piston ring wear.
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