TOYOTA ALPHARD V (2003)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 31 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
31
Avg Mileage
83,397 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 21 years old, 68% of TOYOTA ALPHARD Vs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 31 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 83,397 miles.
How does the 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V has 83,397 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V
The 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V is a large car with a 2362cc petrol engine. 31 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 80% of 2003 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 83,397 miles at 21 years old, TOYOTA ALPHARD V owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V Fuel Costs
The 2362cc 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 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V
At 21 years old, the TOYOTA ALPHARD V 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 31 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2003 TOYOTA ALPHARD V
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- RENAULT CLIO (2005) 67% pass rate (-1%) from 18,423 tests
- HONDA CR-V (2005) 70% pass rate (+2%) from 16,222 tests
- MERCEDES E (2005) 78% pass rate (+10%) from 8,269 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT (2005) 74% pass rate (+6%) from 7,453 tests