Toyota Rav4 MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

10.4%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Toyota Rav4 vehicles
Based on 105,152 MOT tests
17.6pp below the UK average (28%)

Toyota Rav4 shows good reliability at this age, with a 10.4% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Toyota Rav4 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Visibility 2.0%
Tyres 1.5%
Lamps & Electrics 1.1%
Brakes 0.6%
Suspension 0.6%
Body & Chassis 0.0%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

Toyota Rav4 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.1% 39,935 Tyres
3-5 years 10.4% 105,152 Visibility
6-10 years 16.5% 100,869 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 32.6% 45,859 Suspension
15+ years 38.1% 89,336 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Toyota Rav4 reliable?

Yes. Based on 105,152 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Toyota Rav4 vehicles have a 10.4% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Toyota Rav4?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Visibility — 2.0% failure risk
  • Tyres — 1.5% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 1.1% failure risk

How can I prepare my Toyota Rav4 for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Toyota Rav4, focus on: (1) Visibility — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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