2013 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · GL13 PRX

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 18 July 2023. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, although the history indicates a transition from clean passes in the earlier years to a period of increased wear-and-tear advisories between 2021 and 2022. The failure in 2023 was limited to several non-functional exterior lamps, which are simple electrical faults and do not suggest deeper mechanical neglect, provided they were rectified promptly. With a recorded mileage of 108,653 miles over approximately thirteen years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 8,358 miles per annum. This represents a typical usage profile for a city car of this vintage. Such consistent mileage suggests the engine and drivetrain have been used regularly rather than suffering from the degradation associated with prolonged standing, though it also means that primary suspension components and braking consumables are likely entering a phase of increased wear. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the suspension and drivetrain advisories noted in 2021 and 2022. Specifically, the wear to the front suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar bushes should be assessed during a test drive by listening for clunks or knocks when traversing uneven road surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring. The previously noted noise from the offside rear wheel bearing should be monitored for a characteristic humming or droning sound that increases in pitch and volume as vehicle speed rises. Further inspection is required for the braking system and tyres. The 2021 advisory regarding worn front brake discs suggests a need to check for significant lipping or surface corrosion and to feel for any shudder through the brake pedal under moderate deceleration. Given the previous advisories for tyre wear and sidewall cracking, a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres is essential to ensure there is no uneven wear indicative of poor wheel alignment and that the rubber has not perished due to age. Finally, verify the service history to ensure oil changes have been performed at regular intervals to maintain the longevity of the engine.