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Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) built around 2007: fails its MOT less often than average

Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) models built around 2007 fail their MOT less often than similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

23% of MOT tests on Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) models built around 2007 ended in a fail (retests included), against 33% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) models built around 2007 involves the suspension.

excellent reliability2002-2007MPVPETROL / HYBRID ELECTRIC

Based on 7,230 tests of Alphard models registered 2002-2007.

About 1 in 15 Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) MOTs (7%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2007 (18 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 1,994 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). 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 20 Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) MOTs (5.8%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2007 (18 years old).

Based on 1,994 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

ANH10 (1st gen) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
1,12421.5%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
1,99422.7%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
1,55022.8%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
1,24524.2%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
92626.0%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
39127.1%

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 22 years old.

How the Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) compares

At each age below, see how the Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 80,686 tests across 21 Toyota models, built around 2007 (18 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateToyota average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
1,12421.5%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
1,99422.7%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
1,55022.8%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
1,24524.2%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
92626.0%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
39127.1%

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.

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 ANH10 (1st gen).

  1. 1

    Renault Kangoo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    33.6%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    3,641 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  2. 2

    Citroen Berlingo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    33.2%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.1%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) on these figures.

    5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    6,151 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  3. 3

    Volkswagen Caddy

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    30.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.8%
    Dangerous
    7.1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    88.8%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) on these figures.

    4,620 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  4. 4

    Vauxhall Zafira

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    34%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.7%
    Dangerous
    9.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    89.7%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) on these figures.

    3 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    10,035 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

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.

What has gone wrong on Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) cars built around 2007

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 79 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
30%
Emissions
1%
Bodywork
1%

Wear items

Lighting
28%
Tyres
13%
Brakes
11%
How Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) cars have aged

How Alphard ANH10 (1st 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.

0%10%20%30%1416182022Age at MOTBuilt around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 14.9% (377 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 14.9% (680 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 16.3% (800 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 21.0% (955 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 23.4% (954 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 18.7% (493 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 17.7% (577 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 15.0% (765 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 21.6% (777 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 20.5% (767 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 20.2% (351 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 18.8% (414 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 22.1% (434 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 21.4% (420 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 22.4% (401 tests, 2025 data)2005Built around 2004, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 21.8% (376 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2004, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 20.1% (353 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2004, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 23.9% (376 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2004, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 24.6% (362 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2004, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 25.5% (357 tests, 2025 data)2004Built around 2003, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 21.5% (158 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2003, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 23.1% (156 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2003, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 26.1% (161 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2003, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 24.0% (167 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2003, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 29.0% (162 tests, 2025 data)2003
First registered around 2007First registered around 2006First registered around 2005First registered around 2004
How each part holds up as ANH10 (1st gen) cars age

How each part holds up as ANH10 (1st gen) cars age

The share of petrol cars built 2005-2008 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.

Part of the car17 years18 years19 years20 years
Suspension30%21%15%20%
Brakes11%10%14%17%
Emissions1%2%4%5%
Tyres13%15%11%23%
Lighting28%28%26%46%
DrivetrainNo figure2%1%3%
Bodywork1%No figureNo figureNo figure
SteeringNo figure5%3%2%
Corrosion1%0%2%2%

Based on petrol cars in the 2005-2008 build-year band, from 65 to 130 cars at each age.

ANH10 (1st gen) variants compared
All generations of this modelEnough data

Most common issues on Toyota Alphards of this age

This list covers every Toyota Alphard built around 2007, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the ANH10 (1st 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

    19.3%
    Advisory: 651Fail: 51 (7% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

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

    16.6%
    Advisory: 543Fail: 30 (5% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    10.1%
    Advisory: 210Fail: 41 (16% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    9.7%
    Advisory: 240Fail: 74 (24% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Swivel pin or bush slightly worn

    9.0%
    Advisory: 267Fail: 37 (12% of the times it was found)

Based on 1,994 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2007 (18 years old), the Toyota Alphard ANH10 (1st gen) (2002-2007) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 1,994 18-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 7,230 MOT tests on Toyota Alphards first registered between 2002-2007. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.