2020 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · EX20 CFK

A clear pattern emerges from this Toyota Aygo's MOT history, centred on the front brake installation. Both front brake discs and pads have now drawn advisories for wear across consecutive tests, with the most recent examination on 7 January 2026 flagging both discs as worn and both front pads as wearing thin. The same nearside front disc was first called out in 2025 and again in 2026, suggesting steady but measurable progression rather than a one-off observation. A nearside front shock absorber was also noted in January 2025 as having light oil misting, a classic early-stage seal failure that warrants close inspection now that a further year has passed. Aside from these brake and suspension items, the vehicle has remained structurally and mechanically clean, with only minor windscreen damage recorded twice and no advisory or failure items relating to corrosion, exhaust integrity, steering, or rear axle components. Against an age of roughly six years, the recorded mileage of 27,249 miles equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 4,500 miles, which is well below average for a city-oriented hatchback of this type. The MOT record itself shows no significant testing gaps, with annual examinations carried out consistently from 2023 through to early 2026, indicating the car has remained in regular use rather than being laid up for extended periods. Such low mileage tends to preserve the drivetrain, interior, and bodywork, but it also means the braking and suspension components have been working under light loads and the corrosion protection on underbody components may not have been thoroughly tested by harsh winter driving. The wear pattern observed is therefore consistent with age-related material depletion rather than high-mileage mechanical fatigue. For a prospective buyer, the priority on inspection should be the front braking system, given the recurrence of disc and pad advisories. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squeal from the front wheels under light braking, feel for vibration or judder through the steering wheel or pedal when slowing from around 30 mph, and check that the car pulls squarely to a stop without pulling to one side, which could indicate uneven pad wear or a binding caliper. The discs should be physically inspected for a distinct lipped edge at the outer circumference, a sign they are approaching the minimum thickness. Budgeting for a full front disc and pad replacement in the near term would be prudent, particularly as the pads are now described as wearing thin rather than simply worn. The shock absorber oil misting flagged in 2025 deserves a focused physical check, as light seepage often develops into a more serious leak over subsequent months. On the road, pay attention to any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and note whether the car continues to settle quickly after being pressed down on each corner. Any noticeable bounce after a single compression, or fluid residue on the shock body, would suggest replacement is due. Beyond these specific concerns, a general inspection of the underbody for corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and subframe mounting points common to the Aygo platform, remains worthwhile given the vehicle's age, and a check of the rear brake components would confirm that the wear pattern has not begun to transfer rearward as the front items are renewed.