1995 · 29 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1995 Toyota RAV4 MOT pass rate and common faults

193 MOT tests in 2024. 60.1% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

90Well below average
Passed first time60.1%
Failed or needed repairs39.9%
Typical mileage at test117,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 193 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength6.7%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.7%
  3. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits5.2%
  4. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.1%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded4.1%
  6. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits4.1%
  7. Flexible brake hoses: excessively deteriorated3.1%
  8. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.1%
    16 marked dangerous
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.1%
  10. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed2.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Emissions & leaks20.7%
  2. Lights & electrics19.7%
  3. Suspension19.2%
  4. Brakes17.1%
  5. Body & chassis16.1%
  6. Tyres7.3%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.7%
  8. Seat belts & airbags5.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine36.8%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure15.0%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases10.9%
  4. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded10.4%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm10.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1995 Toyota RAV4?

In 2024, 60.1% of 1995 Toyota RAV4 cars passed their MOT first time, across 193 tests. The average for all 29-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1995 Toyota RAV4?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits. The biggest problem area was emissions & leaks.

Is the 1995 Toyota RAV4 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 90, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).