2012 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · KN12 ABO

The 2012 Toyota Aygo’s most recent MOT test on 2025-12-05—just five months ago—shows a clean pass with no defects recorded, despite an unusual duplicate entry for the same date and mileage (93,413 miles). This suggests the vehicle has avoided major failures in its final year, though the lack of advisories or minor issues makes it impossible to confirm whether routine maintenance like brake pad wear, suspension bushings, or exhaust integrity has been consistently addressed. The absence of corrosion advisories on structural components or binding brakes in recent tests is a positive indicator, but the record’s sparsity means critical wear could have gone unnoticed between tests. The vehicle’s mileage progression—from 63,451 miles in March 2022 to 93,413 miles today—averages around 6,672 miles per year, which is typical for its age. However, the gap between the 2023 test (79,017 miles) and the 2024 test (91,283 miles) spans nearly eight months, covering 12,266 miles, which is unusually high for a car of this vintage without intervening maintenance. This suggests either inconsistent servicing or a period of heavy use without proportional upkeep. The final 2,130 miles between the 2025 tests (both on 2025-12-05) is impossible to verify but implies the vehicle may have sat briefly before retesting, a practice that could mask underlying issues. Given the record’s clean history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components that often fail without MOT detection. Focus on the suspension—particularly coil springs, bushes, and strut mounts—for signs of uneven wear or corrosion, as these rarely trigger advisories until they compromise handling. The brakes, though not failed, should be checked for uneven pad thickness, glazed discs, or binding calipers, especially given the rapid mileage accumulation post-2023. Exhaust integrity is another critical area; despite no emissions failures, rust in the underbody or catalytic converter could have gone unnoticed. Finally, inspect the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, as this is a common silent failure in this age group. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound.