Toyota RAV4 (2018)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 12,367 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1987cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol1987cc8 years old12,367 tests48k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1987cc)

~36 mpg

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

91% of MOT tests on Toyota RAV4s from 2018 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 6 years old. That's based on 12,367 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 47,872 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 models252nd of 607(top half)

Rank among Toyota models285th of 970(top half)

vs average of all models+9%(82% avg)

vs 2018 models average+2%(89% avg)

vs Toyota average+7%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

47,872

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2018 Toyota RAV4 had 47,872 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 96%, while the 1997 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2018 scores 91%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Toyota RAV4 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2023	98%	43	20,925 mi
2022	96%	874	24,460 mi
2021	96%	17,327	28,263 mi
2020	95%	21,063	37,470 mi
2019	95%	15,813	42,076 mi
2018	91%	12,367	47,872 mi
2017	89%	12,682	58,953 mi
2016	89%	12,934	66,323 mi
2015	88%	8,896	76,597 mi
2014	87%	7,762	84,598 mi
2013	87%	7,737	90,677 mi
2012	85%	2,610	90,323 mi
2011	85%	834	94,363 mi
2010	79%	910	98,211 mi
2009	76%	3,006	113,712 mi
2008	75%	6,232	117,679 mi
2007	74%	6,284	117,871 mi
2006	74%	4,339	112,901 mi
2005	78%	5,924	112,885 mi
2004	76%	5,895	112,590 mi
2003	75%	4,621	119,254 mi
2002	75%	3,459	123,590 mi
2001	74%	1,839	123,791 mi
2000	74%	791	119,583 mi
1999	74%	1,509	119,127 mi
1998	72%	1,871	121,783 mi
1997	68%	939	118,557 mi
1996	70%	696	116,356 mi
1995	72%	559	120,800 mi
1994	76%	103	114,912 mi

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About the 2018 Toyota RAV4

The 2018 Toyota RAV4 is a family car. Our records list a 1987cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 12,367 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 47,872 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota RAV4 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 Toyota RAV4 Fuel Costs

The 1987cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,631 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 Toyota RAV4?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Toyota RAV4 Reliability Trend

Newer Toyota RAV4s pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 13 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2018 Toyota RAV4

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 12,367 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 1,236 MOT tests on the 2018 Toyota RAV4 that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Suspension35%
Same age: 19% (fails on this more often)
Lights and electrics25%
Same age: 27%
Tyres24%
Same age: 29%
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors19%
Same age: 16%

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Toyota RAV4 reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 8 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2018 Toyota RAV4 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Toyota RAV4(2018)	91%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Ford Focus(2016)	87%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078-£8
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
Ford Kuga(2018)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
MINI Cooper(2018)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2018 Toyota RAV4

Is the 2018 Toyota RAV4 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2018 Toyota RAV4s ended in a pass, from 12,367 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2018 Toyota RAV4 cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2018 Toyota RAV4?

91% of 12,367 MOT tests on the 2018 Toyota RAV4 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 252nd of 607 models first registered in 2018 (top half).

Which year Toyota RAV4 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 has the highest MOT pass rate at 96% and the 1997 the lowest at 68%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2018 Toyota RAV4?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2018 Toyota RAV4 is 47,872 miles, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.