2012 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · FL62 BWJ

The maintenance trend for this 2012 Toyota Aygo remains stable, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 14 August 2025 at 63,009 miles with zero defects recorded. The vehicle demonstrates consistent roadworthiness across the available history. Curiously, the DVSA record shows a failed test on the exact same date and mileage with no defects listed, which typically indicates a same-day retest or a data anomaly, but the ultimate outcome confirms the car met the required standard. The absence of any advisories or failures across the recorded tests suggests diligent upkeep and no recurring mechanical or structural issues. The mileage accumulation aligns perfectly with the vehicle's age, reflecting extremely light usage of roughly 4,500 miles per year. Between the August 2023 test at 56,390 miles and the August 2024 test at 59,076 miles, the Aygo covered just 2,686 miles. The following year saw a similar pattern, accumulating 3,933 miles to reach 63,009 miles by August 2025. This low-mileage profile typically spares consumables like brake discs and tyres from heavy wear, though prolonged stationary periods can cause perishing of rubber components and brake surface corrosion. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should physically inspect components that suffer from age and infrequent use rather than high mileage. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking, as the rubber hardens over the vehicle's fourteen-year lifespan regardless of tread depth. Examine the brake discs for surface rust that can develop when a car sits unused, potentially causing binding or juddering. The same-day failed entry with no defects on 14 August 2025 warrants a request for the original test certificate from the seller to clarify whether a minor issue was rectified immediately or if it was a clerical error. Suspension bushes and exhaust mounts also deserve a close visual inspection for deterioration caused by aging rather than wear.