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TOYOTA RAV-4 (1995)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 67 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

63%

Total Tests (2024)

67

Avg Mileage

126,943 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,217

Is the 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4 reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 29 years old, 63% of TOYOTA RAV-4s from 1995 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 67 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 126,943 miles.

How does the 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4 compare?

Rank among all 1995 cars211th out of 228(top 93%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models989th out of 996(top 99%)
vs national average-19% (82% avg)
vs 1995 cars average-13% (76% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-21% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4 has 126,943 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 214,600 miles for a 29-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%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4 cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,217
Per month£185/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 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4

The 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4 is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 67 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 93% of 1995 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 126,943 miles at 29 years old, TOYOTA RAV-4 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1995 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 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

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 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4

At 29 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. Note: with only 67 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1995 TOYOTA RAV-4

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: