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TOYOTA RAV-4 (1994)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 39 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

77%

Total Tests (2024)

39

Avg Mileage

129,896 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,017

Is the 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4 reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 30 years old, 77% of TOYOTA RAV-4s from 1994 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 39 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 129,896 miles.

How does the 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4 compare?

Rank among all 1994 cars107th out of 212(top 50%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models717th out of 996(top 72%)
vs national average-5% (82% avg)
vs 1994 cars average+1% (76% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-7% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4 has 129,896 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 222,000 miles for a 30-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a TOYOTA RAV-4?

The most reliable year is the 2014 model with a 87% MOT pass rate, while the 1995 model has the lowest at 63%. The 1994 sits between the two at 77%.

How much does a 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4 cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£2,017
Per month£168/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

TOYOTA RAV-4 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201487%2,31489,044 mi
201386%2,37889,784 mi
201283%2,96892,727 mi
201181%5,769101,091 mi
201081%5,925108,667 mi
200980%2,815111,891 mi
200875%2,882118,412 mi
200773%4,787124,487 mi
200672%5,749125,232 mi
200576%5,613120,527 mi
200475%4,420119,012 mi
200375%3,314120,017 mi
200274%2,212116,302 mi
200176%1,327120,035 mi
200076%463112,097 mi
199973%447124,230 mi
199873%482122,929 mi
199771%447121,927 mi
199672%204122,888 mi
199563%67126,943 mi
199477%39129,896 mi

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About the 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4

The 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4 is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 39 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 1994, the average MOT pass rate is 76%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 129,896 miles at 30 years old, TOYOTA RAV-4 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1994 TOYOTA RAV-4 Fuel Costs

The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,017 (£168/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TOYOTA RAV-4 Reliability Trend

Newer TOYOTA RAV-4s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4

At 30 years old, the TOYOTA RAV-4 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2014 model has the highest pass rate at 87%. Note: with only 39 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1994 TOYOTA RAV-4

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: