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DF03 YTJ

2003 Toyota RAV4

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,635 mi
Last recorded87,635 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota RAV478,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 YTJ
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 87,635 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 86,922 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all under body corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2024 86,875 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

all underbody corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2023 86,836 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 86,737 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 82,187 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 80,500 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 77,992 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 75,779 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 73,298 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 68,707 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 63,909 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 56,399 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 50,526 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 45,390 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 41,057 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 36,611 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 31,049 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 25,574 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 22,053 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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DF03 YTJ is a 2003 Toyota RAV4 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Toyota RAV4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 78,172 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 DF03 YTJ, 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 23 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 DF03 YTJ registered?

DF03 YTJ is a 2003 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is DF03 YTJ safe to buy?

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