2002 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · VA02 RWN
2002 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 12 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 88,065 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,065 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VA02 RWN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2025
- 88,065 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (21 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VA02 RWN 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 2002 Toyota Rav4 (VA02 RWN) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 June 2025 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: Suspension (21 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Bodywork (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 49 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 Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Step Moun”; “Nearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Step mou”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
VA02 RWN Mileage History
- 20/06/202386,606 mi
- 21/06/202487,417 mi+811 mi
- 21/06/202487,417 mi
- 23/06/202588,065 mi+648 mi
- 23/06/202588,065 mi
Average of roughly 726 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota RAV4 Mk2 (XA20)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Automatic Transmission Engine Control Module ECU Solder FailureSerious
2000–2003 RAV4 automatic models equipped with the 2.0-litre 1AZ-FE engine suffer from cracked surface-mount solder joints on the circuit board of the engine control unit (ECU). The cracked connections disrupt output signals to the transmission shift solenoids, causing harsh banging shifts between 1st and 2nd gear, delayed reverse engagement, slipping gears, and false diagnostic trouble codes (P0750, P0753, P0755). If ignored, the violent shifts strip clutch pack linings and damage internal planetary gears.
- Front Suspension Coil Spring Salt Corrosion FractureSerious
The front MacPherson suspension coil springs are prone to corrosion fatigue and sudden cracking, accelerated by winter road grit and moisture accumulating in the lower spring perches. If the lower coil fractures, the broken spring end can foul the inner wing or puncture the front tyre sidewall at speed, posing a severe safety danger. Toyota issued UK safety recall campaign R/2004/048 to inspect and replace affected springs.
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