2020 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · SB20 ABO

The 2020 Toyota Aygo presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 2 February 2026 at 14,945 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is a significant step up from the January 2025 test at 11,219 miles, where the tester flagged perishing on both rear tyres and a worn nearside front suspension arm pin or bush. The fact that none of those items reappeared in the 2026 test suggests the previous owner addressed the advisories promptly rather than letting them deteriorate. No recurring mechanical or structural faults appear across the full record, which is a positive indicator of responsible upkeep. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old city car. Between the February 2023 test at 6,880 miles and the January 2025 test at 11,219 miles, the car covered 4,339 miles over roughly two years, averaging around 2,170 miles annually. The gap between January 2025 and February 2026 shows only 3,726 miles added in just over twelve months, which is still modest. Such low annual accumulation raises the possibility of extended periods standing idle, a pattern that can cause tyre flat-spotting, brake surface corrosion, and dried-out rubber components, all of which align with the perished rear tyres flagged in 2025. The worn nearside front suspension arm pin or bush noted in January 2025 at 11,219 miles is worth scrutinising in person. Although it did not recur in the 2026 test, a buyer should physically inspect the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs for any play, cracking, or uneven wear that could indicate the bush was replaced or simply re-tested before fully deteriorating. The rear tyres should also be examined closely for age-related cracking, particularly if the car has spent long periods stationary, as perishing can re-emerge even on recently replaced rubber if the spares or replacements are old stock. Brake discs, calipers, and the exhaust system deserve attention during any pre-purchase inspection. Low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from surface corrosion on brake discs caused by prolonged standing, and calipers can bind if the car is not driven regularly enough to keep components free. The exhaust system, including the catalytic converter and mounting points, should be checked for corrosion and structural integrity. Overall, the MOT record is reassuring, but the low-use pattern means a hands-on mechanical inspection remains essential to confirm that no latent issues have developed between tests.