2016 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · FN16 FVZ

The 2016 Toyota Aygo presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 5 November 2025 at 70,662 miles passed, but it carried seven separate advisories, all relating to front suspension and sub-frame wear. This represents a clear worsening trend compared to the clean bill of health recorded in November 2023 at 59,792 miles. The vehicle has deteriorated from zero defects to multiple worn bushes and a shock absorber oil misting in just two years, suggesting the front end is now due for attention. The mileage accumulation is consistent at roughly 7,000 miles per year, which is typical for a city car of this age. The record shows a gap between November 2023 and November 2024 where the car covered approximately 4,700 miles, then a further 6,100 miles in the following twelve months to November 2025. No suspicious mileage anomalies or large gaps appear in the data. The 2024 test cycle is notable for a failure on the same day as a pass, indicating the owner addressed a brake disc, brake pad, and rear lamp issue promptly within that month. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and sub-frame area. The repeated advisories for worn suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkage pins across both 2024 and 2025 tests point to a pattern of component fatigue that has not been rectified. The offside front shock absorber has shown a light oil misting for two consecutive years, which could indicate the damper is beginning to fail. While the tester noted no excessive movement at the time of the last test, these items are progressive wear components and will likely require replacement soon. The braking system also warrants close scrutiny. The 2024 failure for a seriously weakened front brake disc and worn pads was resolved, but the earlier 2023 failure for a binding nearside rear brake suggests the braking system has had intermittent issues. A test drive should check for uneven braking, pulling to one side, or a handbrake that drags. The minor oil leak flagged in 2024 should be traced to its source, as even small leaks can worsen over time and contaminate nearby components. Overall, the car is roadworthy today but carries a cluster of aging front-end wear that a diligent buyer should budget to address.