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BD05 TXO

2005 Toyota RAV4

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,462 mi
Last recorded121,462 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota RAV473,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 TXO
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 121,462 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 121,462 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 115,210 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 110,140 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 107,283 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 102,515 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 92,758 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 85,376 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 85,376 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 80,318 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 68,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 43,647 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 39,443 miles

nearside front and both rear tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 17 Apr 2014 36,237 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 33,688 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 29,933 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 25,367 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 25,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 21,468 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 19,512 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 14,252 miles

N/S wiper slightly split

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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BD05 TXO is a 2005 Toyota RAV4 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BD05 TXO, 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

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What year was BD05 TXO registered?

BD05 TXO is a 2005 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is BD05 TXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 TXO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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