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YT08 SMX

2008 Toyota RAV4

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

161,815 mi
Last recorded161,815 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota RAV478,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 SMX
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 161,815 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 147,727 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 132,779 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 123,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 116,020 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

little reserve hand brake travel

Pass 24 Nov 2018 104,994 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 97,347 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 89,160 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2016 89,160 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 81,196 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 76,982 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 66,304 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 64,136 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 54,897 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 41,420 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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YT08 SMX is a 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 YT08 SMX, 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 YT08 SMX registered?

YT08 SMX is a 2008 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is YT08 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 SMX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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