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EN55 SSX

2006 Toyota Rav4 · Diesel · 2231cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeToyota
ModelRav4
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine2231cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Toyota Rav4 Diesel 2231cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 66,684 miles on the clock, averaging 6,848 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.2 D-4D engine is known for 1. cylinder head gasket failure & block corrosion and 2. high oil consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for EN55 SSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,684
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2008
100%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
6,848

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading66,684 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,398
Average per year6,848
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN55 SSX 39k46k53k60k67k '08'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,684 miles
Since last MOT+8,398 miles
PASS
Mileage58,286 miles
Since last MOT+9,183 miles
PASS
Mileage49,103 miles
Since last MOT+9,322 miles
PASS
Mileage39,781 miles
Since last MOT+580 miles
PASS
Mileage39,201 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Toyota Rav4

These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Rav4 models (2006–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Cylinder Head Gasket Failure & Block Corrosion

Electrolytic corrosion and pitting of the aluminum block under the head gasket—a fundamental design flaw in the casting and cooling system design. The irregular "spiny type" cylinder liner exteriors and poor material selection in the aluminum die-cast block make it susceptible to galvanic attack, particularly if coolant is neglected or incorrect coolant type is used. Corrosion eats through the gasket seal, allowing coolant into the cylinders or oil into the cooling system.[2]

2. High Oil Consumption

The 2AD-FTV exhibits abnormally high oil consumption from new—a congenital defect of the engine family. Root causes include piston ring wear, bore glazing (poor finish or manufacturing defect), and turbocharger seal degradation. Even Toyota-issued technical service bulletins for piston and ring replacement on certain engines failed to resolve the issue permanently.[1][2]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN55 SSX
MakeToyota
ModelRav4
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2231cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About EN55 SSX

What car is EN55 SSX?

EN55 SSX is an green Toyota Rav4, diesel (2231cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EN55 SSX?

The last recorded mileage for EN55 SSX was 66,684 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN55 SSX passed its MOT?

EN55 SSX has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2012.

Is EN55 SSX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN55 SSX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EN55 SSX?

EN55 SSX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.