2003 Toyota RAV-4 2.0L Diesel · WL53 GLV
2003 Toyota RAV-4 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 158,059 miles. MOT expired on 10 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV-4
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,059 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WL53 GLV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2025
- 158,059 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WL53 GLV 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 2003 Toyota Rav-4 (WL53 GLV) between October 2021 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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.
WL53 GLV Mileage History
- 01/10/2021135,121 mi
- 04/10/2022147,774 mi+12,653 mi
- 11/01/2024156,582 mi+8,808 mi
- 11/01/2024156,582 mi
- 11/02/2025158,059 mi+1,477 mi
Average of roughly 6,817 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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