2007 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · HV57 JZR

The vehicle shows a stable but maintenance-heavy trend regarding consumable components, with the most recent MOT passed on 20 December 2025 at 56,751 miles. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the record indicates a recurring pattern of wear on the braking system and suspension components. The December 2025 test noted pitted or scored front brake discs, a condition that has appeared intermittently throughout the vehicle's history, specifically in 2017, 2022, and 2024. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 2007 vehicle, averaging just under 3,000 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the progression from 16,455 miles in May 2013 to 56,751 miles in December 2025. Such low annual mileage often results in the specific types of deterioration seen here, such as the tyre perishing and cracking noted in February 2019, and the surface corrosion on brake discs. The slow accumulation of miles suggests the car spends significant periods stationary, which can contribute to the pitting of metal surfaces and the degradation of rubber components. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front braking system and the suspension assembly. The MOT history shows a persistent issue with front brake discs and pads, with the tester flagging thin pads in 2020 and 2024. The suspension has also seen repeated advisories, including a Macpherson strut top mount in 2022 and anti-roll bar linkage bushes in late 2024. These recurring faults suggest that while the vehicle is roadworthy, the owner tends to address wear only when it reaches an advisory or failure threshold rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The presence of moisture in a lamp unit in 2016 and various tyre issues throughout the record indicates that while the mechanical drivetrain seems robust, the secondary consumables and seals require close scrutiny. Given the low mileage, checking for age-related rubber degradation on suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls is essential, as the record shows a history of tyres perishing due to inactivity rather than tread wear.