2013 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · LR63 XRZ

The 2013 Toyota Aygo has maintained a consistent MOT pass record since its most recent test on 11 December 2025, with no defects recorded at 60,311 miles. This suggests the vehicle has undergone regular servicing and passed all mandatory checks without any recurring issues. The absence of advisories or failings in the past three tests indicates the tester did not identify any critical wear—such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers—that would have warranted further inspection. However, the 2023 record shows a duplicate entry (both pass and fail at the same mileage), which may imply an administrative error rather than mechanical failure. Overall, the trend is stable, but the lack of advisories in recent tests means no proactive warnings were issued for components requiring attention. The vehicle’s mileage progression is unusually low for its age, averaging just 4,639 miles annually over the past four years. This suggests either minimal use or prolonged periods of storage, which could impact fluid degradation, tyre condition, and minor wear items like wiper blades. Notably, there is a 15-month gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests, during which the mileage increased by only 10,213 miles—far below the average. While this may reduce mechanical stress on high-mileage components, it also raises questions about whether essential maintenance (e.g., brake fluid changes, suspension lubrication) was performed during the standstill. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should be the suspension geometry and alignment, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are prone to fatigue over 13 years. The brakes—though not failed—should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as the absence of advisories could mask early corrosion or pad thickness issues. Tyres, despite low mileage, warrant scrutiny for uneven tread wear or embedded debris, which might indicate past neglect during storage. Structural integrity, especially around the wheel arches and sills, should be examined for corrosion, as this is a common failure point in vehicles of this age. The engine bay and underbody fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid) should also be inspected for leaks or contamination, as prolonged inactivity can accelerate degradation.