2019 Toyota RAV4 2.5L Hybrid electric · WM19 YSD

The 2019 Toyota RAV4 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 12 January 2026 at 89,491 miles with zero defects recorded. The previous test on 9 January 2025 at 74,385 miles was also entirely defect-free, indicating that any earlier minor faults have been properly addressed and the vehicle has been maintained to a consistently high standard over the last two years. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of sustained high use. Between January 2025 and January 2026, the car covered 15,106 miles in a single year, following a similar pattern of roughly 14,000 to 15,000 miles annually in the years prior. This is significantly above the typical UK average and confirms the vehicle has been used intensively, likely for long commutes or motorway work. The MOT record is complete and consecutive with no gaps, which is reassuring, though the high annual mileage means wear on consumables and mechanical components will be proportionally greater than on a lower-mileage example. The 2024 test at 59,746 miles flagged rear brake pads wearing thin and a nearside rear service brake binding, both of which appear to have been rectified given the subsequent clean passes. Buyers should still inspect the rear braking system in person, checking for uneven disc scoring, caliper slide pin operation, and pad thickness, as binding issues can cause premature wear and localised overheating of discs. The repeated mention of under trays and engine covers obscuring underside components across multiple tests is standard for this model, but it means a physical inspection of the underside is essential to assess structural integrity, subframe condition, and any corrosion to suspension mounting points that the MOT may not have fully evaluated. Given the high mileage, particular attention should be paid to suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links, as these components deteriorate faster under sustained heavy use. The exhaust system and DPF should also be checked for efficiency, especially if the vehicle has done a mix of short and long journeys. Tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners, including the spare, warrant close scrutiny given the rate of annual wear this mileage implies.