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GF08 XRL

2008 Toyota RAV4

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,959 mi
Last recorded148,959 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota RAV478,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 XRL
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 148,959 miles

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

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

TPMS light is on

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 142,298 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 139,538 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 139,538 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/55/18 rapid eco (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2019 133,652 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 133,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 126,179 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 126,179 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 May 2017 118,951 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 111,674 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear number plates deteriorating

tpms light at dash

Pass 5 May 2015 104,514 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 97,412 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2013 92,793 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 87,430 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 65,296 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 65,296 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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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GF08 XRL is a 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF08 XRL, 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 GF08 XRL registered?

GF08 XRL is a 2008 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is GF08 XRL safe to buy?

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