2017 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · OY67 THV

The most recent DVSA examination on 19 February 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing an uninterrupted sequence of clean test outcomes dating back to at least March 2024. With passes also documented in March 2023, March 2024, March 2025 and February 2026, the maintenance trend appears stable and consistent, with no advisory items accumulating to suggest developing wear in any particular area. The single failure recorded on 8 March 2023 carries no defect details against it, which means any reason for the initial refusal was rectified before the same date re-test produced a pass. On the whole, the MOT profile is exceptionally tidy for a nine-year-old vehicle and gives no DVSA-side cause for concern regarding roadworthiness. Recorded mileage stands at 10,744 miles over a nine-year period, equating to an annual average of just 1,194 miles. This is a notably low usage figure for any vehicle, and particularly for a small city-oriented petrol such as the Toyota Aygo, which is typically driven in higher-mileage urban conditions. Such limited running over many years carries its own mechanical implications: components that rely on regular heat cycles to clear moisture and contaminants, such as the engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and even the fuel system, can degrade on a calendar basis rather than through use. Exhaust systems, underfloor protection and brake calipers are also prone to corrosion and seizure when a vehicle is left standing for prolonged intervals, and clutch and transmission components can develop surface rust or stiffness from infrequent operation. For a prospective buyer, the clean MOT record should not be taken as a complete substitute for physical inspection, particularly given the low annual mileage. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which occurs through age rather than wear, and the production date codes on the sidewalls should be checked to ensure they are not beyond the recommended service life even if tread depth remains adequate. The 12-volt battery is likely to be approaching the end of its usable life, as batteries typically last four to six years, and a load test or replacement history should be verified. All fluids, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and the manual transmission oil if applicable, should be inspected for condition and date of last change, and the service book or digital service record consulted to confirm regular annual servicing irrespective of the low mileage. On a practical test drive, particular attention should be paid to the braking system, as seized or binding calipers are a common consequence of prolonged standing and can manifest as pulling to one side under braking, a hot wheel after use, or uneven brake pad wear. The clutch should be tested for smooth take-up and any juddering, the steering for any stiffness or clonks over uneven surfaces that may indicate dried rubber bushes or perished gaiters, and the exhaust should be listened to for blowing or rattles that may indicate perished mounting rubbers or internal corrosion. The Aygo's age also makes it prudent to check the condition of the timing chain or auxiliary drive belts as recommended by the manufacturer, the integrity of the underbody and suspension components for surface corrosion, and the operation of all interior electrical systems. With these time-based inspections carried out, a low-mileage example of this pedigree should remain a sound and economical purchase, provided the asking price reflects its age rather than its unusually low odometer reading.