2015 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · LM15 EKF

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding braking and tyre health. While the 2025-10-16 test resulted in a pass, the number of advisories has increased compared to previous years. The most recent inspection flagged multiple issues, including a damaged windscreen, perishing rear tyres, a nail in the nearside rear tyre, and binding brakes on both the offside front and offside rear. This follows a pattern of recurring brake binding issues first noted in the 2024-10-17 test at 71,083 miles. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,462 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 39,935 miles in November 2021 to 82,081 miles in October 2025. This steady usage suggests the car has not been sitting idle for extended periods, which aligns with the observed degradation of rubber components like the tyres. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system. The repeated advisories for binding service brakes on different wheels suggest a potential issue with caliper seizure or piston movement that may require more than just basic maintenance. The recurring mentions of cracking or perishing tyres since 2021 indicate that the rubber is reaching the end of its serviceable life due to age rather than just tread wear. The windscreen damage noted in both 2022 and 2025 should be checked for any signs of spreading cracks that could compromise structural integrity. While the vehicle has passed its tests, the shift from a clean record in 2023 to multiple advisories in 2025 suggests that the current owner may be adopting a more reactive rather than preventative approach to maintenance.