2008 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · R27 LOR
2008 Toyota RAV4 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 129,418 miles. MOT expired on 04 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,418 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R27 LOR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2025
- 129,418 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R27 LOR 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 2008 Toyota Rav4 (R27 LOR) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
R27 LOR Mileage History
- 05/06/2023112,718 mi
- 28/05/2024121,649 mi+8,931 mi
- 28/05/2024121,649 mi
- 02/06/2025129,418 mi+7,769 mi
- 02/06/2025129,418 mi
Average of roughly 8,378 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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