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LP08 VXG

2008 Toyota RAV4

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,436 mi
Last recorded155,436 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota RAV478,157 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 VXG
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 155,436 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front brake pedal soft

Fail 10 Oct 2025 155,436 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front brake pedal soft

Fail 13 Sep 2025 155,202 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 148,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 6 Mar 2024 148,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 129,418 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 123,833 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 118,545 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 118,545 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Limit set to 1.00 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 110,332 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 110,332 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 103,421 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Sep 2017 96,344 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 90,542 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 86,615 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 82,528 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 77,282 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 70,495 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 65,342 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 60,472 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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LP08 VXG is a 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LP08 VXG, 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 LP08 VXG registered?

LP08 VXG is a 2008 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is LP08 VXG safe to buy?

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