Toyota Alphard
From 21,389 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Alphards fare better: 2021 models pass at 78.2% vs 75.1% for 2003.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 774 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 774 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 495 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 479 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 409 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 331 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 315 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 305 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 301 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 299 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 277 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 34.4% of failures are serious: 34.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £73.
Toyota Alphard on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 470 newly registered in the past year with 16 leaving, a net gain of 454. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,023 | 111 | +123 | -1 | +122 |
| 2025 Q2 | 881 | 131 | +94 | -0 | +96 |
| 2025 Q1 | 766 | 150 | +119 | -1 | +118 |
| 2024 Q4 | 663 | 135 | +134 | -14 | +120 |
| 2024 Q3 | 565 | 113 | +157 | -24 | +133 |
| 2024 Q2 | 431 | 114 | +144 | -0 | +145 |
| 2024 Q1 | 293 | 107 | +115 | -11 | +104 |
| 2023 Q4 | 218 | 78 | +75 | -0 | +80 |
6 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alphard Ah10 Auto | Petrol | 264 | 28% |
| Alphard Ah20 Auto | Petrol | 196 | 20% |
| Alphard Auto Gen 20 | Petrol | 179 | 19% |
| Alphard Ggh20 Auto | Petrol | 136 | 14% |
| Alphard Auto Gen 10 | Petrol | 131 | 14% |
| Alphard Hybrid 4X4 Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 52 | 5% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 78.2% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2020 | 76.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2019 | 76% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2018 | 78.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
16 earlier years
| 2017 | 77.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2016 | 75.8% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2015 | 75.8% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated |
| 2014 | 91.5% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2013 | 89.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2012 | 88.3% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 88% | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2010 | 87.8% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated |
| 2009 | 87.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2008 | 84.3% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2007 | 83.2% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2006 | 81.5% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2005 | 77.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2004 | 77.3% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2003 | 75.1% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2002 | 78.5% | emissions levels exceed default limits, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Alphards tested had between 57,000 and 112,704 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 70,697 median miles, the Alphard has 0.026 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Toyota models
| Toyota Yaris | 76% |
| Toyota Aygo | 78.9% |
| Toyota Prius | 82.4% |
| Toyota Auris | 76.7% |
| Toyota Rav4 | 82.8% |
Common questions
What is the Toyota Alphard MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Alphard has a 81.5% MOT pass rate based on 21,389 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Alphard?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Alphard is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 774 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
How many Toyota Alphards are on UK roads?
There are 1,023 Toyota Alphards currently licensed on UK roads, with 111 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Alphard at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Alphard is 70,697 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 57,000 and 112,704 miles.
Buying a used Alphard?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 81.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £73 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.