2008 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · AY08 YUA
2008 Toyota Aygo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 70,499 miles. MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AYGO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,499 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
AY08 YUA Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2026
- 70,499 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AY08 YUA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Aygo (AY08 YUA) between March 2011 and September 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (28 issues), Tyres (23 issues), Suspension (16 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (9 issues), Lighting (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 70 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
AY08 YUA Mileage History
- 25/03/201127,665 mi
- 23/04/201232,555 mi+4,890 mi
- 24/04/201232,555 mi
- 10/04/201338,687 mi+6,132 mi
- 11/04/201441,210 mi+2,523 mi
- 14/04/201544,605 mi+3,395 mi
- 08/04/201647,231 mi+2,626 mi
- 11/04/201751,381 mi+4,150 mi
- 11/04/201751,383 mi+2 mi
- 16/04/201855,412 mi+4,029 mi
- 09/04/201959,000 mi+3,588 mi
- 23/10/202064,013 mi+5,013 mi
- 29/09/202165,851 mi+1,838 mi
- 28/09/202266,725 mi+874 mi
- 03/10/202266,755 mi+30 mi
- 18/09/202367,636 mi+881 mi
- 11/09/202468,411 mi+775 mi
- 11/09/202468,412 mi+1 mi
- 11/09/202569,364 mi+952 mi
- 11/09/202569,364 mi
- 16/09/202670,499 mi+1,135 mi
Average of roughly 2,767 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Toyota Toyota Aygo Mk1
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (AY08 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as AY08YUA.
YAMAHA
YBR125
YAMAHA
YZF
YAMAHA
YZF R1 08
YAMAHA
XT 125 X
YAMAHA
FZ1
YAMAHA
FZ6 FAZER S2
YAMAHA
FJR 1300 A
YAMAHA
FZ6 FAZER S2
YAMAHA
YBR125
YAMAHA
WR 250 R
YAMAHA
FZ1S
NISSAN
QASHQAI
TOYOTA AYGO Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2008 model year cars.
- Water Ingress (Boot/Rear)Moderate
Leaking rear light seals and high-level brake lights let water into the boot, leaving damp carpets and a musty smell; a known Mk1 weak point on UK cars.
- Clutch WearModerate
Many owners upgrade to the 190mm clutch from later models to resolve premature wear.
- Door Lock Actuator FailureModerate
The central locking actuators can seize or fail, preventing doors from locking or unlocking remotely.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.