2005 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · SK05 MFA
2005 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 137,635 miles. MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,635 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SK05 MFA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2023
- 137,635 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.
SK05 MFA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Toyota Rav4 (SK05 MFA) between September 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SK05 MFA Mileage History
- 26/09/2022134,733 mi
- 07/10/2022134,734 mi+1 mi
- 17/10/2023137,635 mi+2,901 mi
- 23/10/2023137,635 mi
Average of roughly 2,703 miles per year across 4 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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