2009 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · MJ09 TJX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a concerning trend of deferred maintenance and progressive structural degradation. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 80,110 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. The history shows that the owner consistently waits until the MOT deadline to address critical safety items like brakes and tyres. The persistence of corrosion on the sub-frames and brake pipes across multiple years indicates that while components are not yet failing structurally, the underlying decay is not being preventatively treated. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 80,110 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. However, the low usage has not shielded the vehicle from age-related wear. Between April 2024 and April 2026, the car covered only 3,444 miles, yet it suffered multiple failures related to perished tyres and worn suspension bushes. This pattern suggests that the rubber components and metalwork are failing due to time and exposure to the elements rather than mechanical stress from high mileage. A buyer must closely inspect the extent of the corrosion on the front and rear sub-frames, as the tester noted these areas as corroded but not yet weakened in three consecutive years. The rear brake pipes are covered in grease, which is often a tactic used to hide surface rust; these require a thorough check for structural thinning. Furthermore, the front lower suspension arms and MacPherson strut top bushes showed excessive wear in 2025, so the buyer should verify these parts were actually replaced and are not currently showing signs of premature failure.