2012 Toyota Alphard 2.3L Petrol · PO61 URA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a concerning trend regarding tyre condition. The most recent MOT test on 26 March 2026 at 60,060 miles resulted in a failure due to a structural separation in the offside rear tyre. While the vehicle passed the retest immediately upon replacement, the presence of a lump and subsequent cracking or perishing suggests that the rubber components are degrading due to age and dry rot rather than mileage-related wear. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,290 miles per year. Between March 2024 at 54,236 miles and March 2025 at 55,344 miles, the car covered only 1,108 miles, followed by another 4,728 miles in the year leading up to the latest test. This low usage pattern suggests the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which often leads to the deterioration of rubber seals, suspension bushes, and tyre components despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must physically inspect the remaining tyres for signs of sidew cracking or uneven wear, as the 2025 advisory regarding both rear tyres being worn to the legal limit indicates a potential alignment issue or neglect. Given the low annual mileage, the braking system should be checked for seized calipers or rust, which frequently occur when a vehicle is not driven regularly. The structural integrity of the chassis should also be verified for rust, as high-age vehicles are susceptible to environmental corrosion regardless of how few miles they have travelled.