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LM08 ULA

2008 Toyota Rav4 · Diesel · 2231cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeToyota
ModelRav4
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine2231cc
ColourBlack
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 2008 Toyota Rav4 Diesel 2231cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 70,129 miles on the clock, averaging 8,975 miles per year, around 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 LM08 ULA

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,129
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
8,975

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading70,129 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,116
Average per year8,975
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM08 ULA 28k39k49k60k70k '11'15'14

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,129 miles
Since last MOT+11,116 miles
PASS
Mileage59,013 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,958 miles
Since last MOT+10,517 miles
PASS
Mileage48,441 miles
Since last MOT+10,304 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,137 miles
Since last MOT+9,836 miles
PASS
Mileage28,301 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

RegistrationLM08 ULA
MakeToyota
ModelRav4
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2231cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LM08 ULA

What car is LM08 ULA?

LM08 ULA is an black Toyota Rav4, diesel (2231cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LM08 ULA?

The last recorded mileage for LM08 ULA was 70,129 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM08 ULA passed its MOT?

LM08 ULA has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2015.

Is LM08 ULA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM08 ULA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LM08 ULA?

LM08 ULA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.