2007 Toyota RAV4 2.2L Diesel · SL07 XJE
2007 Toyota RAV4 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 30 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 127,419 miles. MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,419 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL07 XJE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2026
- 127,419 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL07 XJE 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 2007 Toyota Rav4 (SL07 XJE) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stre”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
SL07 XJE Mileage History
- 09/10/2024116,092 mi
- 08/10/2025122,162 mi+6,070 mi
- 13/10/2025122,245 mi+83 mi
- 12/10/2026127,419 mi+5,174 mi
- 16/10/2026127,419 mi
Average of roughly 5,611 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: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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