2012 Toyota RAV4 XT-R 2.2 D-4D (SL12 FXE) for sale in Dundee

2012 Toyota RAV4 XT-R 2.2 D-4D

66,000 miles Manual Diesel 1 owner Dundee

Vehicle details

Year 2012

Registration SL12 FXE

Fuel economy 47.1 mpg

Power 148 bhp

Engine D-4D

Body type SUV

Transmission Manual

Fuel Diesel

Doors 5

Seats 5

Description

This 2012 Toyota RAV4 delivers a composed and confident drive thanks to its 2.2 D-4D diesel engine and four-wheel drive setup. It feels steady on long journeys and nimble enough for daily urban use, with a comfortable seating position and supportive front chairs that make longer trips effortless.

Practicality is a strong point — with flexible rear seats, ample boot space and useful everyday touches like dual-zone climate control and heated front seats. The car combines reliability and sensible running costs, making it a compelling choice for families or anyone seeking a capable, all-weather compact SUV.

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Vehicle health & MOT history for SL12 FXE

Poor MOT condition

High maintenance risk

Multiple issues, serious defects or strong wear signals found.

Last result: Passed Expires: 21 Jun 2027 Tests: 17

Wear and tear detected in MOT history

Repeated wear-related MOT notes found across brake wear, exhaust condition

Vehicle has recorded MOT failures

MOT pass consistency is lower than ideal

22 Jun 2026

Mileage 66,704 miles

Passed

11 Jun 2026

Mileage 66,703 miles

Failed

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

03 Feb 2025

Mileage 62,702 miles

Passed

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

31 Jan 2025

Mileage 62,699 miles

Failed

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

17 May 2023

Mileage 58,056 miles

Passed

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

fuel filler pipe corroded

17 May 2023

Mileage 58,054 miles

Failed

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction illuminated (8.2.1.2 (h))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

centre exhaust heatshield insecure

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

fuel filler pipe corroded

12 May 2022

Mileage 55,310 miles

Passed

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust centre heat shield insecure

fuel filler pipe corroded

17 May 2021

Mileage 52,121 miles

Passed

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

25 May 2020

Mileage 49,741 miles

Passed

25 May 2020

Mileage 49,741 miles

Failed

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, at rear hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, corroded at rear hose (1.1.11 (c))

Best points and things to consider

Quick summary

Best points

Strengths

Overall condition indicators look reassuring.
Low mileage for its age.
Only one previous owner listed.
Warranty included.

Things to consider

Before travelling

MOT history suggests extra checks are sensible.
Repeated brake, tyre or wear advisories appear in the MOT history.
Number of keys is not confirmed.
No HPI check is listed.

2012 Toyota RAV4 XT-R 2.2 D-4D

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