2001 Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol · Y87 SCN
2001 Toyota RAV4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2001. Recorded mileage 103,136 miles. MOT expired on 19 Dec 2025.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA RAV4
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Dec 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (17 Jun 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,136 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y87 SCN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/11/2024
- 103,136 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y87 SCN 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 2001 Toyota Rav4 (Y87 SCN) between December 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.
Y87 SCN Mileage History
- 05/12/202296,189 mi
- 01/12/202399,470 mi+3,281 mi
- 01/12/202399,470 mi
- 28/11/2024103,135 mi+3,665 mi
- 30/11/2024103,136 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,495 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota RAV4 Mk2 (XA20)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the mileage
The primary focus for any buyer should be the chassis and underside. Given the 2022 and 2023 MOT records detailing corrosion on the front and rear sub-frames, brake pipes, and inner sills, you must verify the quality of the repairs carried out to resolve the 2023 structural failure. Ensure that welds are professional and not merely covered with underseal.
Negotiate based on the age of the vehicle and the likelihood of further corrosion appearing. Check the service history for evidence of rust-proofing treatments, although the MOT data suggests the vehicle has been susceptible to significant oxidation.
Equipped with a 1998cc petrol engine, this RAV4 will have higher fuel consumption than modern equivalents. Insurance costs are typically moderate for this model, but tax will be based on the older, higher-emission brackets for 2001 vehicles.
Maintenance costs may be higher than average for this age due to the evidence of chassis deterioration. Expect to budget for ongoing corrosion management and the replacement of aging rubber components and suspension parts.
Prioritise a thorough inspection of the underbody. Specifically, check the inner sill axle mountings and the front and rear sub-frames, as these were flagged for excessive corrosion in 2022 and 2023. Look for any signs of fresh rust appearing around previous repair sites.
Additionally, inspect the exhaust system and brake pipes. The vehicle failed in November 2024 due to a major exhaust leak and had advisories for corroded brake pipes in 2022; ensure these have been replaced rather than patched. Check the rear brake pads to ensure the November 2024 replacements were fitted correctly.
This 2001 black Toyota RAV4 has covered 103,136 miles, which is significantly lower than the average annual mileage for this model. However, the MOT history shows a recurring theme of corrosion, including a 2023 failure for structural strength at the inner sill axle mounting. Recent records from November 2024 show a pass following repairs to the rear brake pads and a major exhaust leak.
The RAV4 maintains a solid aggregate MOT pass rate of 85.7%, with common failures typically involving headlamps, brake discs, and shock absorbers.
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- Automatic Transmission Engine Control Module ECU Solder FailureSerious
2000–2003 RAV4 automatic models equipped with the 2.0-litre 1AZ-FE engine suffer from cracked surface-mount solder joints on the circuit board of the engine control unit (ECU). The cracked connections disrupt output signals to the transmission shift solenoids, causing harsh banging shifts between 1st and 2nd gear, delayed reverse engagement, slipping gears, and false diagnostic trouble codes (P0750, P0753, P0755). If ignored, the violent shifts strip clutch pack linings and damage internal planetary gears.
- Front Suspension Coil Spring Salt Corrosion FractureSerious
The front MacPherson suspension coil springs are prone to corrosion fatigue and sudden cracking, accelerated by winter road grit and moisture accumulating in the lower spring perches. If the lower coil fractures, the broken spring end can foul the inner wing or puncture the front tyre sidewall at speed, posing a severe safety danger. Toyota issued UK safety recall campaign R/2004/048 to inspect and replace affected springs.
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