2016 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · FG66 YGD

A clean and largely untroubled MOT profile defines this 2016 Toyota Aygo. Three tests are recorded between 2019 and 2021, all resulting in pass certificates, with only a single advisory noted for front brake disc lipping on the 2021 examination. No structural corrosion, suspension, exhaust, lighting or tyre defects have been recorded against the vehicle, and there are no failures on file. The most recent assessment on 5 October 2021 recorded a pass alongside the minor brake observation, continuing an otherwise stable roadworthiness trend. The absence of repeat advisories on the same components is a positive indicator, although the limited testing window means there is no visibility into the vehicle's condition over the subsequent four years up to the present day. The recorded mileage of 30,435 against a 2016 registration indicates an annual accumulation of roughly 3,044 miles, which is notably below the typical usage pattern for a small city car of this age. There is a substantial gap in the MOT record, with testing only beginning in October 2019 despite the vehicle being three years old at that point, and no subsequent tests are recorded after October 2021. This pattern is consistent with a car that has been used sparingly, possibly as a second vehicle, or one that has experienced extended periods of inactivity. Low annual mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components but can also bring its own concerns, particularly around ageing rubber seals, brake corrosion from infrequent use, and flat spots or degradation in tyres that have sat loaded for long periods. Given the front brake disc advisory, particular attention should be paid to the braking system during any inspection. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or scraping noises from the front wheels during low-speed manoeuvres, which would indicate the discs have corroded beyond the lipped edges noted previously. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive without any excessive travel or sponginess, and the vehicle should pull up in a straight line without tugging to either side, which could suggest a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. Visually inspect the front discs for deep scoring, blueing from heat, or significant rust pitting around the outer edges and hub face, and check that the disc thickness has not worn below the minimum stamped limit. Although no suspension or steering defects have been recorded, the multi-year gap in testing warrants a thorough physical inspection of the underbody and rubber components. With the vehicle likely having covered relatively few miles in recent years, examine the tyres for signs of sidewall cracking, uneven tread wear, or perishing, as older tyres can harden and lose grip even with adequate tread depth. Check for any fluid seepage around the engine, power steering rack and brake calipers, as seals that have sat idle can deteriorate and begin to weep on resumption of regular use. A thorough road test over varied surfaces including speed bumps and uneven roads will help confirm the integrity of the suspension bushes, coil springs and anti-roll bar linkages, none of which have been flagged but remain worth confirming given the extended low-usage period.