2006 Toyota Alphard 2.4L Petrol · HD55 XCM

The Alphard passed its most recent MOT on 4 June 2026 at 186,098 miles, just fourteen days before the current date, giving this record strong currency. The maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than sharply worsening or resolving. The tester flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, indicating alignment or suspension geometry issues rather than simple neglect. Front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted or scored but not seriously weakened, and a non-excessive oil leak was recorded. These are all advisory-level observations rather than dangerous defects, suggesting the vehicle is being kept on the road without any critical structural or mechanical failures. At roughly 9,305 miles per year over twenty years, the mileage accumulation is typical for a large MPV of this age. The record shows a gap between April 2022 at 174,765 miles and June 2024 at 174,972 miles, covering only 207 miles across more than two years. This suggests either very light use or a period of limited activity. From June 2024 onward, the vehicle covered approximately 8,659 miles to the May 2025 test and a further 2,467 miles to the June 2026 test, indicating a return to regular but not excessive use. The 2025 failure at 183,584 miles was resolved before the retest six days later, with only minor lighting and suspension dust cover items addressed alongside tyre replacements. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering geometry. Repeated advisories on both front and rear tyre wear patterns, particularly edge wear, point to possible misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or deteriorating anti-roll bar components. The 2025 failure noted the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer preventing dirt ingress, which accelerates joint wear if left unaddressed. The rear sub-frame pin or bush wear flagged in 2022 at 174,765 miles is also worth inspecting, as rear sub-frame corrosion or bush degradation on a vehicle of this age can compromise structural integrity and handling if corrosion has progressed around mounting points. The braking system warrants a thorough check. Front brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted in June 2026, and rear brake pads and discs were noted as wearing thin in 2024. Combined with the oil leak recorded at the most recent test, a buyer should inspect the engine and transmission for deteriorating gaskets or seals, particularly around the camshaft covers and oil pan common on Toyota V6 units of this era. The rear fog lamp and position lamp failures in 2025 were minor electrical items, but a full lighting and electrical function check remains prudent. Overall, this record reflects a vehicle maintained to a passable standard with no serious structural or mechanical failures, but one requiring attentive inspection of front-end geometry, suspension bushes, and brake condition before purchase.