2012 Toyota Alphard 2.4L Hybrid electric · CT12 NFA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. While it passed the September 2025 test at 103,322 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior at 103,144 miles. That failure revealed critical mechanical issues, specifically metal-to-metal contact on the offside rear disc and a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber. The transition from a serious leak to light misting on the offside rear suggests the suspension components are actively failing. The mileage pattern appears consistent with a low-use vehicle for its fourteen years, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per annum. However, there is a significant discrepancy in the recorded data. The September 2023 test log shows 111,610 miles, which is notably higher than the subsequent September 2025 reading of 103,322 miles. This suggests either an odometer entry error during the previous test or a clerical mistake that undermines the reliability of the vehicle's mileage history. Excluding this anomaly, the miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests show roughly 17,000 miles of travel, which is a sharp spike compared to the yearly average. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension and braking system. The record shows a trend of shock absorber degradation, and the entire rear shock pair should likely require replacement to ensure consistent handling. The previous failure of the offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage in 2024 indicates that rubber bushes and boots are reaching the end of life. Attention should also be paid to the offside rear brake disc to ensure it was not scored or warped during the previous pad failure.