2008 Toyota Alphard 3.5L Petrol · MM58 SFZ

The vehicle currently holds a stable roadworthiness status following a clean MOT pass on June 17 2025 at 60,339 miles. This represents an improving maintenance trend compared to the previous year, where multiple tyre-related defects were identified. While the history shows recurring issues with rubber components, the absence of any defects in the most recent test suggests the current owner has addressed outstanding safety concerns and the vehicle is currently meeting operational standards. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,352 miles per year. There is a significant spike in usage recorded between June 2024 and June 2025, where the car covered 12,710 miles in just twelve months. Conversely, the period between July 2023 and June 2024 saw only 3,490 miles driven. This erratic usage pattern often indicates long periods of standing, which frequently contributes to the degradation of rubber-based components despite low mechanical wear. A buyer must physically inspect the tyres thoroughly, as the record shows a persistent history of failure here. The 2023 failure for exposed ply and cords on all four tyres, followed by the 2024 advisory for perishing and inner edge wear, indicates that the rubber is suffering from age rather than distance. The 2024 note regarding inner edge tyre wear also suggests a potential wheel alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. Given the low mileage and likely stationary time, an inspection should also check for brake corrosion on the discs and structural rust on the chassis, as these are common in vehicles that sit for extended periods.