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AU55 VWG

2005 Toyota RAV4

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,516 mi
Last recorded54,516 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota RAV473,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 VWG
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 54,516 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 47,034 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 43,804 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 40,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

middle to back exhaust joint deteriorated.

Pass 26 Jul 2022 39,148 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 37,398 miles

center/rear exhaust joint deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2020 35,669 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 33,802 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear to centre exhaust joint weak

Pass 16 Aug 2018 31,356 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 29,714 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 28,348 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 26,686 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 26,686 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 25,190 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 23,054 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 21,278 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 19,393 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 17,700 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 15,710 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 15,710 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 12,571 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota RAV4?

Based on 1,827,031 MOT tests across 166,014 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,112
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
166,014
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,391
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,816
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20,079
Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,023
position lamp(s) not working 15,294
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AU55 VWG is a 2005 Toyota RAV4 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Toyota RAV4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 73,904 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota RAV4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,391 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU55 VWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota RAV4 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota RAV4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU55 VWG?

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What year was AU55 VWG registered?

AU55 VWG is a 2005 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AU55 VWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 VWG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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