2023 Toyota Aygo X Pure VVT-I Auto 1.0L Petrol · OX72 DXS

The defining mechanical story for this 2023 Toyota Aygo X centres on a cluster of front-end and visibility-related defects that surfaced during the most recent testing cycle, even though the vehicle ultimately secured a pass on 1 August 2026 with no defects recorded. Prior to that pass, the car failed on 26 July 2026 due to a nearside front wiper failing to clear the windscreen effectively, which is a Category A visibility-related item often linked to perished wiper blades or a worn wiper linkage. The earlier 26 February 2026 test exposed a more serious safety concern, with the front brake pads recorded as Dangerous at less than 1.5 mm thick alongside a Major defect for an insufficient front windscreen washer and a windscreen damage advisory. Combined with the offside front tyre advisory for edge wear and perishing, the pattern points to attention required on the front brake system, wiper mechanism, washer system, and front tyre condition rather than any underlying structural or chassis fault. With 33,527 miles recorded against an age of roughly three years, the vehicle is accumulating mileage at approximately 11,000 miles annually, which sits squarely in the bracket expected for a small city-oriented hatchback used for mixed urban and suburban driving. There are no extended gaps between annual tests suggesting the car was laid up for long periods, and the mileage progression between the early 2026 and mid-2026 tests is consistent with regular use rather than any sudden spike. Mechanically, this level of usage on a lightweight Toyota platform is moderate rather than severe, but the brake pad defect recorded in February suggests that the front braking system has been worked relatively hard, possibly reflecting the stop-start nature of typical Aygo X duty cycles combined with the standard drum-and-disc front-rear brake configuration. Given the specific items flagged, a prospective buyer should focus a physical inspection on the front brake discs and pads, as a vehicle that recorded sub-1.5 mm pads in February will almost certainly have required replacement by the August pass, and it is worth confirming whether new pads were fitted and whether the corresponding front discs show any lipping, scoring, or runout that could produce brake judder under firm pedal pressure. The offside front tyre advisory for outer-edge wear combined with cracking or perishing warrants checking the current tread depth across the full width, feeling for uneven shoulder wear that might indicate camber or alignment issues, and inspecting the sidewalls for any bulging or visible cracking, particularly as tyres of this age can deteriorate even with adequate tread. On a test drive, listen for any binding or dragging from the front calipers after a few stops, note any pulling to one side under braking, and pay attention to steering response over uneven surfaces. The visibility-related defects should also be verified during a viewing. Confirm that both wiper blades clear the screen effectively with no smearing or streaking, that the front washer jets deliver a strong, well-aimed spray onto the windscreen, and inspect the screen for any stone chips or cracking near the driver's eyeline that could worsen and trigger a future failure. It is also worth lifting the bonnet and checking the washer fluid reservoir level, listening for any washer pump whine, and verifying that the wiper linkage operates smoothly without knocking. The remainder of the MOT record shows no advisories relating to suspension components, corrosion, exhaust integrity, or structural items, so attention can remain concentrated on the brake, tyre, and visibility systems already identified.