1999 · 25 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1999 Toyota RAV4 MOT pass rate and common faults

617 MOT tests in 2024. 64.0% passed first time, compared with 63.3% for all cars the same age.

101About average
Passed first time64.0%
Failed or needed repairs36.0%
Typical mileage at test116,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 617 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength6.5%
  2. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits4.1%
  3. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.9%
  4. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits3.1%
  5. Coil spring: fractured or broken2.6%
  6. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed2.4%
  7. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.3%
  8. Position lamp: not working2.1%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.1%
  10. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced1.9%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension18.0%
  2. Lights & electrics15.2%
  3. Emissions & leaks15.1%
  4. Body & chassis13.8%
  5. Brakes10.7%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.0%
  7. Tyres2.8%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine19.0%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm13.8%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.8%
  4. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded10.9%
  5. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak8.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. 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 1999 Toyota RAV4?

In 2024, 64.0% of 1999 Toyota RAV4 cars passed their MOT first time, across 617 tests. The average for all 25-year-old cars was 63.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1999 Toyota RAV4?

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

Is the 1999 Toyota RAV4 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 101, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).