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LK08 VEV

2008 Toyota RAV4

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,211 mi
Last recorded122,211 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota RAV478,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 VEV
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2019 122,211 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine will sometimes not rev and sometimes cut out (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both at 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2017 112,493 miles

Advise the front brake pads may require replacement in 6 - 8000 mls.

Pass 29 Nov 2016 103,144 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 95,572 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 86,972 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 11 Mar 2014 76,754 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

rear brakes squeeking

Fail 4 Mar 2014 76,754 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

rear brakes squeeking

Pass 15 Mar 2013 65,834 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 49,524 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 49,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

O/S/F tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 31,494 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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LK08 VEV is a 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LK08 VEV, 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.

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What year was LK08 VEV registered?

LK08 VEV is a 2008 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 30 March 2008.

Is LK08 VEV safe to buy?

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