2013 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · DY63 VFK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 70,707 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior involving multiple critical safety defects. The trend shows a worsening state of consumable components, particularly regarding the braking system which was neglected until the point of failure. The recurring nature of these faults suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing scheduled servicing or preventative inspections. At 13 years old, the recorded 70,707 miles represent a low annual usage rate of approximately 5,400 miles. This pattern of low mileage is consistent across the intervals between tests, with only 5,753 miles covered between March 2025 and 2026. However, the low mileage has not protected rubber from age-related degradation. The record consistently flags cracking and perishing tyres across 2024 and 2026, indicating the vehicle likely sits for long periods, causing the rubber compounds to dry out. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension system, as the tester has flagged perished anti-roll bar bushes and worn linkages in both 2024 and 2025. The braking system requires specific scrutiny; the March 2026 failure revealed dangerously thin front pads and significantly worn discs, alongside an inoperative offside parking brake. You should verify that the parking brake has been properly adjusted and that the binding rear service caliper has been resolved. Additionally, given the repeated history of perishing tyres, the age of the rubber should be checked for sidewall cracking regardless of the remaining tread depth.