2008 Toyota Alphard 2.4L Petrol · SF57 MEB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the June 2025 test at 101,161 miles, it initially failed due to multiple mechanical issues related to the drivetrain and braking system. The trend shows a transition from clean records in 2023 and 2024 to a period of component degradation, suggesting that the owner is now only addressing faults once they result in an MOT failure. The mileage profile is notably low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage over recent years, with 7,313 miles recorded between July 2023 and June 2024, and another 6,416 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This low annual mileage reduces wear on the engine but often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and brake seizing, which aligns with the severe deterioration of the drive shaft boots found in the latest test. A buyer must personally inspect the front drivetrain thoroughly, as the 2025 failure flagged both the nearside and offside inner constant velocity joint boots as severely deteriorated. If these were not replaced immediately, the joints themselves will fail rapidly, leading to expensive mechanical repairs. The braking history also shows a recurring pattern of thin pads, with offside rear pads noted in 2022 and front pads failing in 2025. This necessitates a check for sticking calipers or uneven disc wear to ensure the low-mileage usage has not caused the braking system to corrode over time.