2003 Toyota Alphard 3.0L Petrol · NB53 AEE

The vehicle is road‑worthy as of the 10 September 2025 MOT at 164,607 miles, passing with no recorded defects. The pattern of advisories has not escalated; the most recent test shows a clean result after a series of minor items in earlier years, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Across 23 years the odometer reads 164,607 miles, roughly 7,150 miles per annum – a figure consistent with typical use for a vehicle of this age. The mileage rose from 136,674 miles on 6 August 2022 to 136,788 miles two days later, then to 145,827 miles on 31 July 2023, 153,200 miles on 30 July 2024 and 164,607 miles on 10 September 2025. No prolonged gaps or sudden spikes appear, suggesting regular, moderate utilisation rather than periods of neglect or excessive short‑term loading. A prospective buyer should concentrate on the rear coil springs, which have been recorded as corroded in every test since 2022; visual inspection for cracks or loss of spring rate is essential. Front suspension arm pins and bushes were flagged as worn in 2023, so the condition of the wishbone bushings and any associated play should be checked. The steering rack gaiters showed deterioration in 2023, while slight free play was noted on the steering rack in 2024 – a thorough test of steering feel and rack integrity is advisable. Front brake discs exhibit pitting noted in 2023, and a failure in 2022 highlighted rear brake pads below the minimum thickness; both discs and pads merit measurement for remaining life. The off‑side front drive‑shaft CV boot was described as severely deteriorated in 2024, so the boot and joint should be examined for oil leakage and joint wear. Finally, the vehicle was listed as under‑sealed in 2024, warranting a close look for any rust ingress around the chassis and underbody panels.