2009 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · FY09 WLO

The vehicle presents in a concerning state of roadworthiness with a worsening trend in structural integrity. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 160,741 miles, this success followed a major failure just two weeks prior. The tester identified significant corrosion on the nearside and offside outer integral sills, which reduced the rigidity of the assembly. This indicates that the vehicle has reached a critical stage where surface rust has transitioned into deep-seated structural decay. At 160,741 miles over 17 years, the Aygo averages approximately 9,455 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a small city car. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 6,400 miles covered between the March 2025 and March 2026 tests. This steady mileage suggests the car is used regularly, though however, the high mileage has clearly contributed to the accelerated degradation of the underbody and mechanical components, as seen in the recurring advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis, specifically focusing on the sills and suspension mounting points. The history shows persistent issues with corrosion on all four brake pipes, which were noted as covered in grease in 2026. This often suggests an attempt to mask corrosion rather than treat the root cause. Furthermore, the oil leak from the offside front driveshaft seal noted in 2025 needs to be monitored to ensure it has not become excessive. Given the recent structural failure on the sills, the risk of a failure in the next MOT is high if the rust continues to progress unchecked.