2005 Toyota Alphard 3.0L Petrol · WH55 JYK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a gradual degradation of suspension components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 95,710 miles passed, it identified wear on the front suspension arm bushes and rear axle swivel pins. This follows a pattern of minor wear noted dating back to 2023, where rear sub-frame bushes were also flagged. Although these issues have not yet resulted in failures, the progression indicates that rubber-based bushings are reaching the end of their operational life. The mileage profile is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. However, there is a significant spike in usage between August 2024 at 74,723 miles and July 2025, where the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in under eleven months. This sudden burst of activity often correlates with accelerated wear on consumables and components, as seen in the 2022 and 2023 records where tyres showed signs of perishing despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage to assess for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear sub-frame and axle points where bushes have repeatedly been noted. The tester should check for cracking in the front arm bushes and test the play in the rear swivel pins to prevent excessive movement. Given the 2023 failure for handbrake adjustment and the history of perished tyres with exposed cords, the braking system and all rubber components should be verified to ensure long-term standing has not caused seized calipers or dry rot.