2012 Toyota Alphard 3.5L Petrol · BP62 RZB

The Toyota Alphard presents a generally stable maintenance trend, passing its most recent MOT on 4 February 2026 at 94,130 miles with only minor advisories. The tester flagged front brake pads wearing thin and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit, with the offside at 2.0mm and the nearside at 2.3mm. These are consumable items rather than structural concerns, and the pass confirms the vehicle met the roadworthiness standard at that time. The trend shows a gradual increase in advisories over the last three tests, but the defects remain within the minor category rather than escalating into serious mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with light-to-moderate use for a vehicle of this age. Between the February 2024 test at 63,001 miles and the February 2025 test at 78,912 miles, the vehicle covered 15,911 miles in twelve months. The subsequent jump to 94,130 miles by February 2026 adds a further 15,218 miles over the same period, indicating sustained regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. This is roughly typical for its age and does not suggest either extreme neglect or unusually gentle treatment. The record itself is sparse, with only three tests documented, but the annual cadence suggests the vehicle has been in consistent use rather than sitting idle. The advisory history points to two areas a buyer should inspect in person. The 2025 test flagged a rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement. While this did not constitute a failure, sub-frame and suspension bush wear on a vehicle approaching 95,000 miles is common and worth a physical check for deterioration, corrosion, or play in the rear suspension assembly. The most recent test highlighted front brake pad wear and front tyre wear on the edges. Edge wear on tyres often indicates tracking or alignment issues, or worn suspension components such as track rod ends or wishbone bushes affecting the front geometry. A buyer should inspect the inner and outer edges of all tyres, check the condition and thickness of the front brake discs alongside the pads, and have the front suspension and steering components examined for play or wear. No structural corrosion, exhaust emissions failures, or serious mechanical defects appear in the record. The pattern suggests routine use with consumable wear addressed at each test cycle. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on the rear sub-frame area, front suspension geometry, and brake condition would provide the clearest picture of the vehicle's current state.