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2003 Toyota Alphard 2.4L Petrol · BU51 ALF

BU51 ALF

2003 Toyota Alphard (2.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 158,547 miles. MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
TOYOTA ALPHARD
Year / Origin
2003 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
158,547 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
2360cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 2003 Toyota Alphard presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on March 4, 2026, at 158,547 miles. The most recent inspection yielded only minor advisories for both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and on the edge. This follows a clean pass in February 2025 at 153,278 miles and another in February 2024 at 146,559 miles. The only prior blemish occurred during a February 20, 2023 test at 144,051 miles, where the vehicle failed due to an ineffective windscreen wiper and an insecure battery. This failure was rectified the same day before securing a pass at 144,054 miles. The lack of structural, suspension, or braking defects across these consecutive annual tests indicates consistent mechanical upkeep by the previous keeper. The mileage accumulation sits at roughly 6,893 miles per year across its 23-year lifespan, aligning well with typical UK driving patterns for an import MPV of this age. The odometer progression shows steady, moderate usage rather than intensive commercial duty or prolonged periods of standing. Annual mileages hover between roughly 2,500 and 7,000 miles per year during the recorded window. This regular cadence suggests the vehicle has enjoyed consistent road use, which helps prevent the seized components and rubber degradation frequently seen in vehicles left parked for months on end. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of the front tyres immediately, as the March 2026 advisories indicate replacement will be required shortly to maintain legal tread depths. Given the vehicle's import status and advanced age, an in-person inspection must prioritize checking the underbody structural integrity and subframe areas for corrosion, a common vulnerability for Japanese domestic market imports that may not have received adequate underseal protection. Buyers should also inspect the battery clamping mechanism following the 2023 securement failure and examine all wiper blades and rubber seals for weather-related cracking.

BU51 ALF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
  • 158,547 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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BU51 ALF Mileage History

  1. 20/02/2023144,051 mi
  2. 20/02/2023144,054 mi+3 mi
  3. 20/02/2024146,559 mi+2,505 mi
  4. 21/02/2025153,278 mi+6,719 mi
  5. 04/03/2026158,547 mi+5,269 mi

Average of roughly 4,779 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BU51 ALF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 16:09
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Alphard (BU51 ALF) between February 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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