Toyota Rav4 D 4d GX (2002)
2002 Toyota Rav4 D 4d GX
CarHunch analysed 135 real MOT records for the 2002 Toyota Rav4 D 4d GX. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2002 RAV4 D-4D arrives with a 62% first-time pass rate—significantly below the UK average of 80%—meaning nearly four in ten will need repairs before they're roadworthy. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, so you're not buying into a safety minefield.
At 164,000 miles the typical example shows heavy use for its age, yet most failures are manageable rather than catastrophic, averaging just 0.53 per vehicle. Before committing to one, budget for pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist, since these engines are robust but need proper maintenance to avoid the repair spiral that's dragging down the pass rate.
What to check before buying a 2002 Toyota Rav4 D 4d GX
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 134 | 61.8% | 0.53 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Toyota Rav4 D 4d GX vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Toyota Rav4 D 4d GX vehicles fall between 136,673 and 182,634 miles.
2002 Toyota Rav4 D 4d GX — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 10 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (11% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2023.
MOT History Averages
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