2006 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · FV06 MHO

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 21 July 2026 at 53,695 miles. While the car passed after an initial failure, the tester flagged several mechanical advisories that indicate the onset of component wear. These include slightly worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, as well as worn front suspension arm pins and bushes on both sides. The presence of a defective exhaust mounting and a deteriorated rear registration plate suggests that while the vehicle is functional, the attention to minor hardware and rubber components has declined. The mileage pattern indicates very low usage for a 20-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,685 miles per year. The recorded data shows a steady, albeit slow, increase in mileage, moving from 37,591 miles in July 2018 to 53,695 miles in July 2026. This low annual mileage often results in vehicles standing for extended periods, which can contribute to the degradation of rubber components. The 2022 test at 44,230 miles specifically flagged tyre cracking and perishing, a common symptom of age-related deterioration in low-use vehicles rather than wear from driving. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and chassis components. The recurring issues with suspension bushes and anti-roll bar linkage dust covers suggest that the rubber elements are reaching the end of their service life. The 21 July 2026 failure also highlighted ineffective windscreen wipers and a worn nearside front tyre, indicating that basic consumable maintenance has been inconsistent. Given the age and low mileage, a thorough check of the exhaust system for corrosion and a detailed inspection of all suspension bushings and tyre sidewalls is necessary to ensure no further degradation has occurred since the last test.