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M129 ALD

1994 Toyota RAV4

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

85,975 mi
Last recorded85,975 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 1994 Toyota RAV4108,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM129 ALD
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 85,975 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front vehicle structure and suspension components corroded.

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 85,785 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Sep 2011 85,584 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 85,582 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front discs in poor condition

Pass 29 Sep 2010 85,387 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 85,387 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 24 Sep 2009 80,992 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 80,992 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 75,903 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 75,903 miles

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 71,015 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 66,581 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 66,581 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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M129 ALD is a 1994 Toyota RAV4 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1994 Toyota RAV4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 108,298 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 M129 ALD, 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 32 years old, this Toyota RAV4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M129 ALD?

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What year was M129 ALD registered?

M129 ALD is a 1994 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 14 September 1994.

Is M129 ALD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M129 ALD shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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