2017 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · FP17 LCM

A clean and uninterrupted run of pass results, including the most recent test on 20 February 2026, establishes this Aygo as a vehicle with a consistently sound roadworthiness record. Across five recorded tests, no defects, advisories, or failures with recorded causes have been logged by the DVSA, suggesting that the mechanical condition of the chassis, braking system, suspension, exhaust, and lighting components has remained within tolerance throughout the test history. The only irregularity is a failed test on 20 February 2024 immediately followed by a pass on the same date, which typically indicates a retest after a minor rectification was carried out; no defects were recorded against either entry, so this does not raise any specific concern about the underlying condition of the vehicle. Overall, the trend is one of stability, with no evidence of progressive wear, corrosion, or developing faults being captured at annual inspection. With 32,948 miles recorded over a nine-year lifespan, this Aygo averages roughly 3,661 miles per year, which is notably low and places the vehicle firmly in the light-use category. There are no significant gaps in the MOT history or extended periods off the road that would suggest long-term storage, and the continuity of annual tests indicates the car has been kept in active service even if driven sparingly. Mechanically, such low mileage tends to preserve engine internals and transmission components, but it can also expose certain items to age-related deterioration rather than wear-related wear, particularly rubber components, seals, and protective coatings on the underbody. The recorded history does not flag any such issues, but the low annual accumulation is worth keeping in mind when assessing the vehicle in person. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to target during inspection, so attention should shift to areas commonly affected on small city cars of this age and mileage profile. During a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar drop links, top mounts, and lower wishbone bushes are typical wear items and can degrade without necessarily appearing on an MOT test. Check for uneven tyre wear across the axles, as this can indicate alignment issues, worn suspension geometry, or binding brake calipers, and feel for any vibration or pulling through the steering wheel under braking that may suggest corroded or warped front brake discs. Given the low mileage, also inspect the rear brake assemblies and handbrake mechanism for seized adjusters, as these are prone to corrosion when the vehicle is used primarily for short urban journeys. Finally, although the MOT history is reassuring, a pre-purchase inspection remains advisable to confirm the condition of items that an annual roadworthiness test does not fully evaluate. The clutch take-up point, gearbox synchro behaviour, and engine cold-start performance should be assessed in person, as smooth operation in these areas cannot be inferred from MOT data alone. Check for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or from the gearbox, which can indicate ageing seals consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, and inspect the underbody for surface corrosion around suspension mounting points and the exhaust hangers, even though no corrosion has been recorded to date. With clean MOT paperwork and a low-mileage profile, this Aygo presents a reassuring starting point, provided a physical inspection confirms the components that the test history does not cover.