2011 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · HJ11 HHD

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension degradation. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 59,583 miles resulted in a pass, it carried a heavy list of advisories that mirror previous years. The recorded failure in September 2024 due to a seriously weakened coil spring mounting and worn suspension arm bushes indicates that critical components were eventually addressed, yet the underlying issue of advanced corrosion continues to go unchecked. At 59,583 miles, this 15-year-old Toyota reflects low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This pattern is consistent, with roughly 3,000 miles driven between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. However, the low mileage does not protect the vehicle from age-related decay. The presence of perishing tyres and persistent rust on subframes suggests the car likely sits stationary for long periods, which leads to environmental damage rather than mechanical wear from use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear subframes. The tester consistently flagged corrosion on these areas since 2024, and while currently described as not seriously weakened, the progression of surface rust is a long-term structural risk. You should also examine the front shock absorbers and coil springs, as these have shown recurring signs of corrosion and failure across multiple inspections. The tyres require immediate attention. The October 2025 record noted cracking and perishing on the rear pair, alongside front tyres reaching the legal limit. Even with low mileage, rubber cracking indicates the tyres have reached their shelf life regardless of tread depth. Given the history of worn suspension arm bushes, verify there is no steering play or knocking during a test drive to ensure the 2024 repairs were effective.