2008 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · MT08 VTM
2008 Toyota Aygo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 May 2008. Recorded mileage 116,382 miles. MOT expired on 09 Oct 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AYGO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,382 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
MT08 VTM Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 11/10/2024
- 116,382 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT08 VTM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Aygo (MT08 VTM) between October 2023 and October 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed Blowing center and rear (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
MT08 VTM Mileage History
- 09/10/2023113,590 mi
- 08/10/2024116,380 mi+2,790 mi
- 11/10/2024116,382 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,770 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Aygo Mk1
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Water Ingress (Boot/Rear)Moderate
Leaking rear light seals and high-level brake lights let water into the boot, leaving damp carpets and a musty smell; a known Mk1 weak point on UK cars.
- Clutch WearModerate
Many owners upgrade to the 190mm clutch from later models to resolve premature wear.
- Door Lock Actuator FailureModerate
The central locking actuators can seize or fail, preventing doors from locking or unlocking remotely.
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