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FV08 ZXM

2008 Toyota RAV4

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

155,358 mi
Last recorded155,358 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota RAV478,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ZXM
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 155,358 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 144,469 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 137,578 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 128,340 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 128,338 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 115,135 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 100,517 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 85,294 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 76,203 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 70,683 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 63,670 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 63,670 miles

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 56,276 miles

centre heat shield loose

Pass 22 May 2014 50,073 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 42,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 May 2012 34,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2011 27,813 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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FV08 ZXM is a 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Toyota RAV4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 78,157 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 FV08 ZXM, 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 18 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 FV08 ZXM registered?

FV08 ZXM is a 2008 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is FV08 ZXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 ZXM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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