Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Toyota Alphard?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Toyota Alphard?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Toyota Alphard?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2006 Toyota Alphard vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 Toyota Alphard reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,870 vehicles, the 2006 Toyota Alphard has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Toyota Alphard?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Toyota Alphard are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35.3% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (34.3% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (28% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Toyota Alphard?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Toyota Alphard (2006)

1,870 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.1% first-time pass rate

2006 Toyota Alphard

CarHunch analysed 1,870 real MOT records for the 2006 Toyota Alphard. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Toyota Alphard passes its MOT at 83.1%, slightly above the UK average of 80%, which is respectable for a vehicle now 18 years old—though the concerning finding is that 24.2% have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above the typical threshold, so serious safety issues have been present in this cohort. Petrol and hybrid versions perform almost identically (83.3% and 82.2% pass rates respectively), suggesting fuel type isn't a reliability differentiator here.

With a median mileage of 88,860 miles for an 18-year-old vehicle, these Alphards have been driven moderately and are holding up reasonably well mechanically, averaging 1.25 failures per MOT cycle. However, the high advisory count of 7.9 per vehicle signals persistent wear across multiple systems—expect ongoing maintenance costs on trim, lights, and suspension components. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake condition and suspension, since the dangerous defect rate suggests these areas have been problematic.

The 2006 Toyota Alphard passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (83.1%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

83.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

24.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.25

Over 5.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

89k

Middle half: 66k–110k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 7.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,870 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,870 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 35.3%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 28%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 27.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Suspension & steering 26%

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn · Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn · Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Lighting 10.8%

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Toyota Alphard

Based on MOT data from 1,870 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 24.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (89%)	1,669	83.3%	1.23
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (10%)	191	82.2%	1.42

Colour Breakdown

Based on 12,187 Toyota Alphard vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 48.9%

5,954

Black 20.1%

2,452

Silver 18%

2,195

Grey 6.5%

798

Blue 3.1%

372

Gold 1.5%

186

Green 0.6%

Maroon 0.4%

Purple 0.3%

Red 0.2%

Beige 0.2%

Bronze 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Toyota Alphard vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

88,860

typical

66,296

low mileage

110,064

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Toyota Alphard vehicles fall between 66,296 and 110,064 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 66,296 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 66,296–110,064 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Toyota Alphards sit.

⚠ Over 148,586 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Toyota Alphard — Still on the Road

Almost all 2006 Toyota Alphards are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,602 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.25

Avg failures per vehicle

7.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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