2016 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · VF16 AAX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift towards developing mechanical wear issues. The most recent test in March 2026 at 55,001 miles passed, yet it noted a recurring advisory for a fluctuating nearside rear service brake. This specific issue was also flagged during the March 2025 test at 48,219 miles, indicating that the brake disc or caliper condition has not been rectified despite the intervening year. The mileage profile is consistently low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles annually. There is a noticeable jump in usage between May 2024 and March 2026, where the car covered over 18,000 miles in under two years, compared to much shorter intervals in previous years. This low annual mileage has clearly led to age-related rubber degradation, evidenced by the 2021 and 2022 tests where tyres were flagged as cracking, perishing, or failing due to time-service rather than simple tread wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the nearside rear brake assembly for signs of uneven disc thickness or a sticking caliper piston, as this fault has persisted across two consecutive inspections. Given the history of perished tyres and low usage, a thorough check of the sidewalls for dry rot is essential to ensure the current rubber has not become structurally brittle. The lack of structural corrosion advisories throughout the record suggests the chassis remains sound despite these minor consumable-related failures.