2017 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · RE67 CSU

The defining mechanical narrative for this 2017 Toyota Aygo centres on a persistent pattern of front brake disc wear and recurring tyre degradation, both of which have appeared at multiple consecutive tests. The most recent examination on 21 October 2025 recorded a pass alongside an advisory for front inner brake disc wear, but this sits within a clear trend rather than an isolated finding. In October 2024 the front brake discs were again flagged as pitted and scored, on the same test that produced a dangerous failure for a nearside front tyre bulge caused by structural separation. Earlier tests in 2023 raised advisories for cracking and perishing across multiple tyres, including a nearside front item worn close to the legal limit. Taken together, the front braking and tyre assemblies represent the most consistent area of concern across the recorded history. The recorded odometer reading of 26,903 miles against an approximate nine-year vehicle age equates to an annual accumulation of around 2,989 miles, which is notably low and well below typical usage for a vehicle of this type. This relatively light utilisation may have reduced wear on major drivetrain components, but it does place greater emphasis on the condition of items that degrade through age rather than mileage, such as rubber compounds and brake friction surfaces that have clearly been affected here. There are no extended multi-year gaps in the testing record, with annual MOT entries appearing consistently from 2021 onwards, which indicates the vehicle has remained in active use and on the road throughout the recorded period. The relatively steady mileage progression suggests genuine light running rather than periods of extended storage. For a prospective buyer, the front braking system warrants close physical inspection and a targeted test drive assessment. The repeated advisories regarding pitted and worn front brake discs suggest that the discs may now be approaching the minimum permissible thickness and could require replacement; on inspection, a finger run along the disc surface should reveal whether ridges or deep corrosion are present, and during braking any judder felt through the pedal or steering wheel would indicate disc run-out or distortion. Given the 2024 dangerous tyre failure for structural separation on the nearside front, all four tyres should be examined for sidewall bulges, cuts, or cracking, and their manufacturing dates verified against the wall stamp, as aged rubber compounds on a low-mileage vehicle are particularly susceptible to perishing even where tread depth appears adequate. Further component-specific checks should address the items flagged in the earlier part of the test history. The steering rack inner joint play noted in both 2022 advisories should be re-evaluated by turning the wheel lock to lock with the vehicle stationary and listening for any clonking or rattling from the rack area, while also feeling for excess free play before the wheels respond. The 2022 failure relating to excessive parking brake lever movement indicates a likely cable or adjuster mechanism issue; the lever should be checked for excessive travel, and the rear brakes should be inspected for correct adjustment and functioning. Finally, a general walkaround should confirm the integrity of suspension components including front wishbones, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links, as light annual mileage can allow bushes to harden and crack with age rather than wear, producing knocking noises over uneven surfaces during a road test.