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Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) (2015-2023) reliability

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Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) built around 2018: fails its MOT more often than average

Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) models built around 2018 fail their MOT more often than similar cars the same age. Look closely at the suspension on any car you view.

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Key figure

27% of MOT tests on Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) models built around 2018 ended in a fail (retests included), against 22% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) models built around 2018 involves the suspension.

Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen)
poor reliability2015-2023MPVPETROL / HYBRID ELECTRIC

Based on 3,248 tests of Alphard models registered 2015-2023.

About 1 in 12 Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) MOTs (8.4%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2018 (7 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 557 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 6.4% and 11.0%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 15 Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) MOTs (6.6%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2018 (7 years old).

Based on 557 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 4.9% and 9.0%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

AH30 (3rd gen) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
3 yearsbuilt around 2022
15520.6%
4 yearsbuilt around 2021
63722.9%
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
46622.5%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
41321.6%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
55726.6%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
48625.7%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
34923.2%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
18524.3%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 7 years old.

How the Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) compares

At each age below, see how the Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 131,775 tests across 15 Toyota models, built around 2018 (7 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateToyota average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
3 yearsbuilt around 2022
15520.6%
4 yearsbuilt around 2021
63722.9%
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
46622.5%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
41321.6%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
55726.6%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
48625.7%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
34923.2%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
18524.3%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Axles & Wheels

Worth checking

Inspect the axles & wheels carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other people carriers to compare

Other people carriers, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Alphard AH30 (3rd gen).

  1. 1

    Kia Venga

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    11.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    0.7%
    Dangerous
    3.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96.8%

    Lower fail rate: 11.8%, against 26.6% for the Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen), both built around 2018.

    5,255 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  2. 2

    Hyundai ix20

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    12.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1%
    Dangerous
    4.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.4%

    Lower fail rate: 12.5%, against 26.6% for the Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen), both built around 2018.

    3,239 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  3. 3

    Mercedes-Benz B-Class

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    15.4%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    2.1%
    Dangerous
    5.5%

    Lower fail rate: 15.4%, against 26.6% for the Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen), both built around 2018.

    6 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    5,267 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  4. 4

    Volkswagen Sharan

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    15%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.9%
    Dangerous
    5.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    89.2%

    Lower fail rate: 15.0%, against 26.6% for the Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen), both built around 2018.

    6 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    4,091 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Recall context

DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Toyota Alphard name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.

How Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) cars have aged

How Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

Some lines cover only a year or two, so read this as a rough guide.

0%10%20%30%345678910Age at MOTBuilt around 2021, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 23.5% (319 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2021, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 22.8% (281 tests, 2025 data)2021Built around 2020, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 27.2% (184 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2020, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 28.3% (191 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2020, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 19.7% (233 tests, 2025 data)2020Built around 2019, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 22.9% (192 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2019, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 26.4% (197 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2019, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 24.2% (194 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2019, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 22.6% (234 tests, 2025 data)2019Built around 2018, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (244 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2018, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 23.7% (257 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2018, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 26.8% (269 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2018, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 26.5% (264 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2018, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 23.7% (295 tests, 2025 data)2018Built around 2017, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 24.2% (236 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2017, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (252 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2017, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 25.8% (248 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2017, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 28.7% (268 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2017, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 25.9% (232 tests, 2025 data)2017Built around 2016, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 26.3% (243 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2016, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 25.6% (242 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2016, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 25.8% (236 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2016, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 24.0% (221 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2016, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 22.4% (201 tests, 2025 data)2016Built around 2015, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 26.0% (169 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2015, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 26.6% (169 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2015, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 26.3% (175 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2015, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 26.0% (173 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2015, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 24.3% (185 tests, 2025 data)2015
First registered around 2021First registered around 2020First registered around 2019First registered around 2018
AH30 (3rd gen) variants compared
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Most common issues on Toyota Alphards of this age

This list covers every Toyota Alphard built around 2018, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the AH30 (3rd gen) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    24.4%
    Advisory: 229Fail: 29 (11% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    22.1%
    Advisory: 175Fail: 16 (8% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    10.9%
    Advisory: 64Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Swivel pin or bush slightly worn

    10.8%
    Advisory: 81Fail: 12 (13% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    10.4%
    Advisory: 63Fail: 10 (14% of the times it was found)

Based on 557 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Toyota Alphard AH30 (3rd gen) (2015-2023) fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 557 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 3,248 MOT tests on Toyota Alphards first registered between 2015-2023. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.