2010 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · MJ10 LXS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning progression of structural and mechanical wear. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 80,095 miles passed, it introduced several new mechanical concerns including a nearside front oil leak and a noisy offside front wheel bearing. These new faults follow a pattern of reactive maintenance seen in previous years where the car failed on brake efficiency and lighting issues, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach failure thresholds. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 80,095 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,000 miles. This low usage suggests the car has likely sat for long periods, which correlates with the persistent corrosion noted in the records. Between November 2023 and October 2024, the vehicle covered 7,778 miles, showing a slight increase in usage. However, the low mileage has not protected the vehicle from the environmental degradation typical of a car of this age, particularly regarding age-related oxidation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody and structural points. The MOT history consistently flags corrosion on the rear outer sills and the sub-frame mounting areas, dating back to 2023. The October 2025 report specifically noted corrosion on both MacPherson struts and spring seats. While the tester deemed these not seriously weakened, the recurring mention of rust on the sills indicates that the structural integrity of the vehicle may deteriorate rapidly in the near future. The braking system requires close attention due to a history of binding rear service brakes and imbalanced axles recorded in 2023 and 2024. The tester also identified a corroded offside rear brake pipe in 2023. Given the recent nearside front oil leak from the driveshaft seal, the buyer should also verify that the leak is not contaminating the brake components or suspension bushings, which would indicate a more significant repair beyond a simple seal replacement.