2023 Toyota Alphard 2.5L Petrol · LJ72 EYK

The 2023 Toyota Alphard presents a clean bill of roadworthiness as of its most recent MOT on 15 June 2026, where it passed at 8,000 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is clearly improving. A failed test on 16 April 2025 at 6,744 miles flagged a serious fluid leak from the nearside rear shock absorber, yet by the following test on 25 April 2025 at 6,753 miles, that defect had been rectified and the vehicle passed cleanly. The subsequent two tests, including the most recent, show no further advisories or failures, indicating the suspension issue was addressed promptly and has not recurred. The mileage profile is notably low for a vehicle of this age. Covering just 8,000 miles over approximately three years equates to roughly 2,667 miles per annum, well below the UK average. The gap between the April 2025 tests and the June 2026 test accounts for only 1,247 miles over fourteen months, suggesting the vehicle has seen very light use or extended periods of standing. Sparse mileage accumulation of this nature can raise its own concerns, including potential deterioration of rubber components, brake surface corrosion, and fuel system issues from infrequent operation, even though the MOT record itself remains unblemished. The single flagged defect in the history centres on the rear suspension, specifically a hydraulic leak from the nearside rear shock absorber. While this was repaired ahead of the retest, a prospective buyer should still inspect the rear suspension components in person. Check both rear shock absorbers for fresh oil misting or weeping around the seals, and examine the condition of the coil springs and suspension bushes for perishing that can accompany prolonged static storage. A road test over varied surfaces will confirm whether the damping remains consistent and free from knocking or excessive bounce. Beyond the suspension, the low annual mileage warrants attention to consumable components that degrade with time rather than use. Inspect all four tyres for sidewall cracking or date codes approaching six years old, verify that the brake discs and pads have not developed surface corrosion from standing, and confirm the exhaust emissions remain stable given the engine's limited warm-up cycles. The MOT record is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection focused on time-related deterioration rather than wear-related fatigue would be prudent for a vehicle used this sparingly.