2016 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · DF66 LFM

A decade-old Toyota Aygo carrying 63,171 miles presents a notably clean roadworthiness record, with five consecutive MOT passes and zero advisories recorded across the most recent tests from December 2022 through March 2026. The latest examination on 26 March 2026 returned a pass with no defects identified, continuing an unbroken trend of compliance that suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a standard sufficient to satisfy annual roadworthiness criteria without examiner intervention. The absence of any recorded advisories for tyre wear, brake component condition, suspension bushes, exhaust integrity, or corrosion across multiple consecutive tests is unusual for a city car of this age and indicates either genuinely well-preserved consumables or potentially recent replacement of items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, or exhaust sections prior to test. This clean sheet is the defining mechanical story of the vehicle: nothing flagged, nothing deteriorating, nothing approaching failure thresholds at the time of inspection. Against an age of approximately ten years, the recorded annual mileage of around 6,317 miles sits comfortably within the typical range for a small city-oriented hatchback of this class. There are no extended gaps in the testing history that would suggest a prolonged period off the road, and the relatively even cadence of annual tests from December 2022 onwards points to consistent use rather than sporadic or seasonal running. Mechanically, this kind of moderate, steady usage tends to preserve drivetrain and underbody condition more effectively than either very low mileage with long standing periods or very high mileage with constant motorway running, as regular short journeys keep seals lubricated, prevent moisture accumulation in brake and exhaust systems, and reduce the likelihood of seized components. For a prospective buyer, the absence of specific advisory history means there are no flagged components to chase down, but the test-drive should still focus on the typical wear items that examiners monitor closely on a vehicle approaching its eleventh year. Listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed bumps or uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn suspension bushes, top mounts, or anti-roll bar linkages that may have deteriorated since the last test. On the brake pedal, feel for any sponginess, excessive travel, or judder under firm application, and listen for grinding or scraping noises from the wheels that could indicate worn pads or scored discs, as the previous clean tests provide no confirmation of how much friction material remains. Steering should remain precise and free of vibration at speed, with no pulling to either side that might suggest misalignment or uneven tyre wear, and the tyres themselves warrant a visual check for even tread depth across the axle and any cracking or perishing of the sidewalls given the vehicle's age. Additionally, given that the MOT record shows no mention of underbody corrosion, a thorough physical inspection with the vehicle on a ramp remains advisable to confirm the structural and floorpan condition independently of the test history, particularly around the rear axle, suspension mounting points, and exhaust hangers where Aygos of this generation can develop surface corrosion from winter road salt exposure. Inspect the engine bay for any signs of oil seepage from the cam chain cover, valve cover gasket, or sump, and check that the coolant and brake fluid reservoirs are at correct levels with no discolouration. Finally, verify that all dashboard warning lamps illuminate correctly on ignition and extinguish promptly after start, that the clutch operates without slip or excessive noise, and that the manual gearbox selects cleanly through all gears, as the clean MOT history speaks to the condition at the time of test but does not guarantee the intervening months have not introduced new faults requiring attention.