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OW51 JLX

2002 Toyota RAV4

Beige Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

116,847 mi
Last recorded116,847 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota RAV481,819 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW51 JLX
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 116,847 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 115,887 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2023 114,627 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 113,306 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 112,108 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 109,066 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 104,880 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 102,680 miles

rear exhaust joint very heavily corroded and could possibly become dangerously insecure

Pass 3 May 2017 100,973 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 97,794 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 95,135 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 93,763 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 91,572 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 91,572 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine management light stays on

Pass 31 Mar 2012 83,197 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 Apr 2011 74,074 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 63,956 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 56,723 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 56,723 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 49,614 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 42,696 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 34,584 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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OW51 JLX is a 2002 Toyota RAV4 in Beige with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Toyota RAV4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,819 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 OW51 JLX, 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 24 years old, this Toyota RAV4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OW51 JLX?

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What year was OW51 JLX registered?

OW51 JLX is a 2002 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is OW51 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW51 JLX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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