2008 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · SJ58 OAY
2008 Toyota RAV4 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 04 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 161,657 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,657 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SJ58 OAY Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 14/07/2022
- 161,657 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SJ58 OAY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Rav4 (SJ58 OAY) between July 2022 and July 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 July 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota RAV4 Mk3 (XA30)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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