2009 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · SUE 116G

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in mechanical degradation and surface corrosion. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 33,199 miles, the tester flagged a significant number of advisories related to brake lines and suspension. This follows a failed test in December 2024 where the car suffered from an electronic power steering malfunction and braking imbalances, suggesting that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from age-related failures despite its low mileage. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 33,199 miles is exceptionally low, averaging just under 2,000 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the lack of heavy drivetrain wear, but it also correlates with the rapid deterioration of rubber components and metal surfaces. Between November 2022 and December 2025, the car covered only 3,955 miles, yet this period saw the transition from a clean record to multiple mechanical defects, indicating that time and environmental factors are causing more damage than active use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and underbody. The December 2025 test identified corrosion on all four brake pipes, some of which were covered in grease, often masking deep rust that can lead to structural failure in the future. The recurring advisories for corroded coil springs, sub-frame bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages suggest that the suspension geometry and structural integrity are compromised. Furthermore, the previous electronic power steering failure noted in the 2024 record must be verified to ensure the fault was properly rectified and is not likely to return during driving.