2019 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · JO55 AND

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows a worsening trend in maintenance standards, culminating in a dangerous failure in June 2026. While the car passed its most recent test on 1 June 2026, the tester flagged a damaged offside rear brake cable and a partially non-functional central rear stop lamp. The transition from a clean pass in June 2024 to a dangerous failure in June 2026 suggests a lapse in basic preventative maintenance and a failure to monitor consumable components. The recorded mileage of 49,570 miles is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. This moderate usage pattern typically implies manageable wear on the drivetrain and suspension. However, the sudden appearance of structural tyre failures in the June 2026 test indicates that despite the low annual mileage, the owner may have neglected routine inspections of tyre integrity and sidewall condition. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres to ensure no further bulges or structural separations exist. The June 2025 advisories regarding front tyres being worn close to the legal limit, followed by the dangerous failures in June 2026, suggest that tyre replacement intervals are being pushed to extremes. You must also verify that the offside rear brake cable has been adequately replaced or repaired and that the central rear stop lamp is fully operational. The 2023 advisory regarding light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber should be re-examined. While misting can be a minor issue, you should check for active leaks or any degradation in damping performance. Given the recent history of lighting and tyre issues, a close inspection of all exterior lamps and the condition of the windscreen wipers is also necessary to ensure the vehicle meets current roadworthiness standards.