Toyota RAV4: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 7.0% of Toyota RAV4 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1997, 2006 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 3,402 | 15.2% |
| 1998 | 5,666 | 13.3% |
| 1999 | 4,803 | 12.9% |
| 2000 | 5,844 | 11.6% |
| 2001 | 13,580 | 11.8% |
| 2002 | 24,361 | 11.1% |
| 2003 | 33,506 | 11.4% |
| 2004 | 41,781 | 11.0% |
| 2006 | 39,501 | 13.9% |
| 2007 | 41,970 | 13.7% |
| 2008 | 34,103 | 12.6% |
| 2016 | 42,807 | 3.6% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.