2013 Toyota RAV-4 2.2L Diesel · WR13 KLK

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a consistent record of annual MOT passes. The most recent test on 8 August 2023 at 173,320 miles passed without any defects, indicating that the primary mechanical and safety components met DVSA standards at that time. The lack of failures across the recorded history suggests a pattern of proactive maintenance rather than a reactive approach to structural decay or major mechanical faults. The mileage profile reflects high annual usage for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,300 miles per year. Between May 2019 and October 2020, the car covered 36,613 miles in just 17 months, representing a period of particularly intensive use. However, the usage stabilised between the 2021 and 2023 tests, where the vehicle covered roughly 32,000 miles over two years. This high mileage puts significant stress on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and braking components, which typically wear out faster than on lower-mileage examples. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry and braking system given the high-mileage history. While the 2021 test noted a TPMS light, the absence of recorded advisories in later tests suggests the owner addressed minor electronic issues. However, you must still check for signs of perished rubber in control arms and leaking shock absorbers, as these are common on RAV4 models exceeding 170,000 miles. Inspecting the chassis for corrosion on the exhaust and structural mounting points is also essential to ensure the high mileage has not been accelerated by rust through exposure to salt-heavy environments.