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V226 KGX

2003 Toyota Rav 4

Green Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

73,849 mi
Last recorded73,849 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Rav 472,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV226 KGX
MakeToyota
ModelRav 4
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 73,849 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 73,799 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 73,417 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 73,177 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 70,519 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 68,293 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 66,580 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 64,632 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 62,520 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 60,284 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 57,114 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 56,515 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)

item removed from view prior to test

Fail 21 Dec 2015 56,514 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure will not latch in (6.2.A.1)

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)

item removed from view prior to test

Pass 15 Dec 2014 54,812 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 54,811 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 52,652 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 52,652 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 50,669 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 50,669 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 47,754 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 47,754 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 44,893 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2010 44,893 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 20 May 2009 43,626 miles

Advise:chips in screen

Advise:n/s/f wiper smears screen

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 42,837 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 42,837 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 33,691 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Toyota Rav 4?

Based on 5,714 MOT tests across 508 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
5,899
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
508
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 110
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 97
fog lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 83
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V226 KGX is a 2003 Toyota Rav 4 in Green with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Rav 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 72,928 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 Rav 4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V226 KGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Rav 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Rav 4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V226 KGX registered?

V226 KGX is a 2003 Toyota Rav 4, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is V226 KGX safe to buy?

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