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Toyota Alphard Hybrid Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Toyota Alphard Hybrid reliable? We analysed 962 real MOT tests across 146 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 962 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.9%
Typical Mileage
112,535mi
Annual Mileage
6,493mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Toyota Alphard Hybrid is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Alphard Hybrid.

Toyota Alphard Hybrid Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Toyota Alphard Hybrid. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Toyota Alphard Hybrid MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Toyota Alphard Hybrid to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

72.6%
2017
79.8%
2016
76.8%
2008
87.5%
2007
79.3%
2006
81%
2005
78.7%
2004
80%
2003

Toyota Alphard Hybrid Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Alphard Hybrid models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7

Toyota Alphard Hybrid Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Toyota Alphard Hybrid owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,922 mi/yr
Typical
6,493 mi/yr
Average
8,217 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,186 mi/yr

Toyota Alphard Hybrid MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Alphard Hybrid year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 62 72.6% 65,411 100,626 119,475
2016 99 79.8% 99,888 132,040 153,312
2008 82 76.8% 96,355 113,938 137,101
2007 80 87.5% 84,064 105,020 120,926
2006 203 79.3% 81,392 101,778 128,338
2005 79 81.0% 76,346 106,342 127,104
2004 108 78.7% 89,038 117,095 156,584
2003 55 80.0% 106,039 142,613 194,980

How Long Does a Toyota Alphard Hybrid Last?

Based on 146 Toyota Alphard Hybrid vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.0 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Toyota Alphard Hybrid Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Alphard Hybrid MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
112,535 mi
75th Percentile
137,172 mi
95th Percentile
200,422 mi
Max Recorded
308,127 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Alphard Hybrid

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2007

87.5% MOT pass rate from 80 tests

Year to avoid
2017

72.6% MOT pass rate from 62 tests

The best year to buy a used Toyota Alphard Hybrid is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 80 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Toyota Alphard Hybrid Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Toyota Alphard Hybrid THIS CAR 78.9% 962 112,535 mi 23 yrs
Toyota Yaris 77.7% 9,038,234 54,896 mi 27 yrs
Toyota Corolla 75.4% 4,239,724 75,409 mi 36 yrs
Toyota Avensis 75% 3,497,866 89,776 mi 28 yrs
Mercedes-benz Gls 400 AMG Line Prem D 4MAT A 89.3% 757 37,998 mi — yrs

Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Alphard Hybrid outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Toyota Alphard Hybrid?

The Toyota Alphard Hybrid has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.9% across 962 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Toyota Alphard Hybrid with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Toyota Alphard Hybrid owner drives around 6,493 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Toyota Alphard Hybrid models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Toyota Alphard Hybrid — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Toyota Alphard Hybrid reliable?
Based on 962 MOT tests, the Toyota Alphard Hybrid has a 78.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Toyota Alphard Hybrid?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Toyota Alphard Hybrid do per year?
The typical Toyota Alphard Hybrid does around 6,493 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Toyota Alphard Hybrid last?
Most Toyota Alphard Hybrid models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 146 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Toyota Alphard Hybrid?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Toyota Alphard Hybrid?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Toyota Alphard Hybrid is 2007 with a 87.5% pass rate across 80 tests.