2000 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · W997 HBE

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 5 March 2026 at 74,181 miles with no recorded defects, confirming a present road‑worthiness status of passed. The uninterrupted sequence of passes from 2022 through 2026 demonstrates a stable maintenance trend, with no emerging faults evident in the official record. Mileage has risen from 70,961 miles on 11 February 2022 to 74,181 miles on 5 March 2026, an increase of just over 3,200 miles in four years. This equates to roughly 800 miles per annum, markedly below the average for a 26‑year‑old model and suggesting light usage rather than prolonged storage. No abrupt spikes or gaps appear between the annual test dates, reinforcing the impression of consistent, modest mileage accumulation. A prospective buyer should focus the in‑person inspection on consumable wear and potential hidden degradation. Verify tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, as low‑mileage cars can still suffer uneven wear. Examine brake pads and discs for thickness and any signs of glazing, and feel for smooth operation of the pedal to rule out binding calipers. Probe suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for play or leakage, and scan the chassis and under‑body for corrosion that may not have triggered an MOT advisory. These checks will confirm whether the clean MOT history reflects genuine mechanical health or merely the absence of recorded faults.