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VU08 JEO

2008 Toyota RAV4

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

149,553 mi
Last recorded149,553 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota RAV478,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 JEO
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 149,553 miles

Under vehicle and components general corrosion.

Fail 4 Sep 2025 149,550 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge almost to cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Under vehicle and components general corrosion.

Pass 1 Aug 2024 146,315 miles

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Fail 27 Jul 2024 146,310 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2023 141,484 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 132,443 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 127,332 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 118,663 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 109,838 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 109,838 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 100,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 89,561 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 78,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edges.

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edges.

Pass 6 Oct 2015 67,960 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 57,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 16 Oct 2014 57,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 15 Oct 2013 47,663 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 47,663 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 42,021 miles

Centre Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres raised areas are devoid of tread, both rear tyres are wearing on raised areas

slight wear and discolouration to both front and rear brake discs

Pass 22 Feb 2012 31,786 miles

coolant level low and residue on waterpump body indicating leakage

front and rear brake discs are discoloured

raised edges on front and rear tyres wearing

small hole inner edge on offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2011 23,599 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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VU08 JEO is a 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VU08 JEO, 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 VU08 JEO registered?

VU08 JEO is a 2008 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VU08 JEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 JEO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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