2012 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · J40 JAP
2012 Toyota Aygo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 25 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 62,833 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AYGO
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,833 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J40 JAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2026
- 62,833 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J40 JAP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Toyota Aygo (J40 JAP) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
J40 JAP Mileage History
- 20/06/202448,304 mi
- 29/06/202557,739 mi+9,435 mi
- 29/06/202557,739 mi
- 17/06/202662,802 mi+5,063 mi
- 18/06/202662,833 mi+31 mi
Average of roughly 7,289 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Aygo Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Water Ingress (Boot/Rear)Moderate
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- Door Lock Actuator FailureModerate
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