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TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO (2012)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 60 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,277

£190/month

MOT Pass Rate

100%

Excellent

Road Tax

£430

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 25-38

2364cc Petrol

Great Choice

100% pass rate, £2277/year to run. 18 points above average.

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Petrol2364cc14 years old60 tests63k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2364cc)

~30 mpg

£1,592
Road Tax

Based on 2364cc

£430
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£2,277
Per month£190/mo
Per week£44/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

100% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 14 years old, 100% of TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTOs from 2012 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 60 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 63,452 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2012 cars4th of 685(top 1%)
Rank among TOYOTA models14th of 996(top 1%)
vs national average+18%(82% avg)
vs 2012 cars average+22%(78% avg)
vs TOYOTA average+16%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

63,452

Average miles

vs

103,600

Expected for age

The average 2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO has 63,452 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 103,600 miles for a 14-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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About the 2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO

The 2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO is a large car with a 2364cc petrol engine. 60 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 1% of all 2012 cars for reliability.

With an average of 63,452 miles at 14 years old, TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO Fuel Costs

The 2364cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,277 190/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £430 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO

At 14 years old, the TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 60 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 14 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Oil Consumption

Medium risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2012 TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
TOYOTA ALPHARD 240S AUTO(2012)100%£1592£430Grp 25-38£2277
NISSAN QASHQAI(2011)69%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2217-£60
AUDI A3(2010)77%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2017-£260
RENAULT CLIO(2010)69%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2217-£60
VAUXHALL INSIGNIA(2011)77%£1592£250Grp 30-42£2397+£120

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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