2016 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · RA65 UKP

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 22 January 2026 at 126,537 miles with no defects recorded. This clean result follows a single failure on 15 January 2026, where an offside rear coil spring was fractured or broken under defect 5.3.1(b)(i). The owner rectified the suspension fault within days, as the re-test at 126,537 miles confirmed the repair was complete and the car roadworthy. Prior to that incident, the history shows nine consecutive passes stretching back to January 2019, indicating a stable maintenance record with no recurring structural or mechanical failures over the vehicle's decade of life. This MOT is just six months old, so the next test is due around January 2027. The mileage accumulation of 126,537 miles over ten years translates to roughly 12,654 miles per annum, which sits at the higher end of normal usage for a Toyota RAV4. There are no gaps in the MOT history, with tests occurring annually from 2019 through 2026. This consistent testing schedule suggests a previous owner who kept the vehicle in regular rotation rather than storing it for extended periods. The rear brake pads were flagged as being on limit during the January 2025 test at 113,112 miles, which is consistent with the mileage-driven wear profile implied by this annual distance figure. Consumable components like tyres and brake linings will require replacement sooner than on a lower-mileage equivalent. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly, specifically the offside coil spring and its surrounding mounts, given the recent fracture. While the MOT passed, a cracked spring often signals fatigue in the surrounding subframe or shock absorber bushes that the tester may not have flagged as a defect. The rear brake discs and calipers warrant close examination too, since the pads reached their minimum thickness limit just a year prior. Finally, check the underbody for corrosion, as the RAV4's raised chassis is susceptible to rust around the fuel tank and suspension pick-up points, particularly if the vehicle has been exposed to salted roads during winter months.