2009 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · GL59 HCY

A recurring pattern of front suspension wear, exhaust gas leakage, and slow deterioration of the braking system defines the mechanical history of this 2009 Toyota Aygo, with the most recent test on 24 July 2026 passing but carrying four advisories that continue a theme established over several previous examinations. The front suspension arm pin or bush wear on both sides, first flagged in 2024 and recurring again at the 2026 test, suggests progressive degradation of the lower wishbone assemblies, while the front anti-roll bar linkage bushes were noted as worn across both sides in 2021, 2024, 2025 and have now been replaced in the record by suspension arm bush wear, indicating that the anti-roll bar components may have been renewed at some stage but the wishbone bushes are now taking on a similar advisory pattern. Exhaust gas leaks have appeared in 2020, 2022, 2023, 2025 and the system was noted as heavily corroded at the rear join in 2023, with a lambda sensor reading only just within limits at the same test, pointing to a chronically deteriorating exhaust system that will likely require rear section or full replacement in the near term. The 2025 test initially failed on inoperative rear registration plate lamps before passing later the same day, which is a minor electrical concern, and the 2026 advisories regarding offside front tyre wear close to the legal limit and inner brake disc wear on the offside front, combined with parking brake efficiency only just meeting requirements, suggest the braking and tyre condition warrant close attention. The recorded mileage of 85,504 miles across seventeen years equates to roughly 5,030 miles annually, which sits at the lower end of typical usage for a vehicle of this age and type. The MOT record shows tests recorded consecutively from 2020 through 2026 with no apparent gaps in annual testing, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular service throughout this period rather than being laid up for extended periods. At this relatively modest annual mileage, wear items such as brake discs, pads, suspension bushes and exhaust components tend to suffer more from corrosion and age-related deterioration than from high-mileage mechanical fatigue, which is consistent with the pattern of advisories observed in the record. The absence of any large gaps in testing or sudden unexplained mileage jumps indicates a stable usage profile rather than periods of storage followed by intensive use, although the underlying mechanical condition is nevertheless showing the typical signs of age rather than purely mileage-driven wear. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front suspension components during a road examination, as the recurring advisories on suspension arm pins and bushes on both sides indicate worn lower wishbone mountings that can produce clonking or knocking noises over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, or during sharp direction changes, and may also contribute to vague or imprecise steering response. The exhaust system warrants a thorough physical inspection from underneath the vehicle, listening for ticking or hissing sounds indicative of further gas leaks, particularly at the rear joint and along the pipework where corrosion has been previously noted, while a Lambda sensor reading only just within limits suggests catalyst efficiency may be marginal. On the braking system, the offside front inner brake disc wear advisory and the parking brake efficiency just meeting requirements mean the discs, pads, and rear brake mechanism should be inspected for binding calipers, uneven pad wear, and adequate handbrache lever travel, with pedal judder under firm braking also indicating possible disc runout. During a road test, particular focus should be given to any pulling to one side under braking which would suggest uneven pad wear or a binding caliper, while a soft or spongy pedal feel may indicate air in the hydraulic system or a failing master cylinder. The offside front tyre being worn close to the legal limit and on its edge suggests a possible tracking or suspension geometry problem, and the buyer should check for uneven tyre wear across the axle and confirm wheel alignment is within tolerance. Given that the 2023 test noted corrosion to the underside and components, a careful inspection of the subframe, suspension arms, brake pipes, and fuel lines from underneath on a ramp is strongly recommended, as surface rust that has progressed over the intervening years could now be compromising structural integrity. Finally, given the age of the vehicle and the recurring exhaust and suspension advisories, budgeting for replacement of the rear exhaust section, front suspension bushes, and potentially the front brake discs within the next twelve months would represent prudent financial planning.