1997 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · R533 BNW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record shows a concerning gap in recent testing. The most recent MOT entry from 14 March 2022 at 123,445 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, which is an irregular outcome for a formal test. Given that the current date is June 2026, the vehicle is over four years overdue for its annual inspection, raising immediate concerns regarding its current mechanical integrity and legal status on the road. The mileage pattern is remarkably low for a 29-year-old Toyota, averaging approximately 4,257 miles per year. Between February 2019 at 108,180 miles and March 2022 at 123,445 miles, the vehicle covered only 15,265 miles over three years. This low usage often suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it also increases the risk of degradation in rubber components and fluid breakdown due to inactivity. The lack of data since 2022 reinforces the possibility of long periods sitting stationary or infrequent use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components, as the low mileage often masks age-related corrosion and perished rubber. Focus on the chassis for structural rust and check the suspension bushes and coil springs which may have fatigued despite the low mileage. Because the vehicle failed its last test without specific recorded defects in the summary, a comprehensive check of the brake calipers for binding and exhaust emissions is essential to ensure no hidden mechanical faults have developed during the four-year lapse in documented testing.