2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric · WM17 AAV

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy; the 27 May 2026 MOT at 46,863 miles passed, with only an advisory for a rear suspension arm pin or bush showing wear and a rear tyre exhibiting slight cracking. Earlier failures on front tyre sidewalls and rear suspension components have not recurred in the same form, indicating a stabilising maintenance pattern rather than a worsening one. At 46,863 miles the RAV4 averages roughly 5,200 miles per year, well below the typical annual mileage for a nine‑year‑old model. The mileage log shows steady, incremental increases: 22,400 miles in May 2021, 26,177 miles in June 2022, 29,837 miles in May 2023, 35,292 miles in June 2024, 41,253 miles in May 2025 and the latest 46,863 miles in May 2026. No abrupt spikes or long periods of inactivity are evident, suggesting consistent, moderate use. The buyer should give particular attention to the rear suspension bush wear noted in the most recent test, confirming that there is no excessive play or binding when the wheel is moved manually. A visual and tactile inspection of the rear tyre sidewall for cracking or perishing is advisable, as the advisory indicates early degradation. Front tyre sidewalls have been flagged repeatedly; confirming that tread depth remains within legal limits and that no hidden damage exists will be prudent. Finally, verify that the windscreen wipers clear effectively, a defect recorded in June 2022, and inspect for any corrosion around suspension mounting points, as past excessive wear on rear suspension pins can be a precursor to structural rust.