2021 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · SC21 KHO

The defining mechanical thread across this Aygo's MOT history is a pattern of lighting and front-end component concerns, with three tests in 2025 alone and two failures recorded for headlamp-related defects. The most recent test on 5 June 2026 returned a pass, but it carried five advisories, four of which cluster around the front axle and tyres, suggesting that front-end wear has become a recurring theme. The 2024 test flagged worn rear bushes on both front suspension arms, and the 2026 advisories add thinning front brake pads alongside worn and pitted front brake discs, plus tyre cracking and uneven wear on the nearside front. This is not a clean record; it is a car that has consistently drawn attention to its front suspension, braking, and lighting systems, and a buyer should weigh that pattern accordingly. With around 20,600 miles recorded over five years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 4,100 miles annually, which is below typical usage for a city car of this age. Lower annual mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components, but it also raises the likelihood of prolonged stationary periods, which can affect brake discs through corrosion, harden rubber components, and leave tyres vulnerable to sidewall perishing. The fact that both rear tyres were flagged for cracking and perishing at the 2026 test is consistent with age-related rubber degradation rather than heavy use, and the front brake disc pitting likewise points more towards surface oxidation from infrequent use than from friction wear. There are no large gaps between tests, but the mileage progression between the 2024 and 2026 tests should be confirmed against the V5C and service records to ensure the odometer reading is continuous. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension is the priority area to investigate physically. The 2024 advisory on both front arm rear bushes means the components have already been identified as worn; on a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front when traversing speed bumps or uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or wandering in the steering, particularly over undulating roads. With the front brake pads noted as wearing thin and the discs pitted, the car should be driven with enough force to generate firm heat in the braking system; any pulsation through the pedal, grinding, or a pulling sensation to one side under braking would indicate the pads or scored discs need immediate attention. The nearside front tyre was specifically flagged for edge wear and cracking, so inspect the tread across its full width for uneven wear patterns that might suggest a tracking or suspension geometry issue originating from those worn bushes. The lighting defects from the 2025 failures also warrant practical attention. The nearside headlamp insecure and the subsequent aim issues could simply have been a loose retaining bolt, but it is worth checking that both headlamp units sit flush and that the adjustment mechanism is intact, as the opposite aim defects on the same test suggest the housing was disturbed rather than merely misaligned. The loose front bumper corners, still flagged as an advisory on the 2026 pass, should be examined to confirm the fixings are secure and that the bumper is not rubbing or trapping against the wings. Given the tyre perishing observed on all three flagged tyres at the most recent test, replacement of the rubber should be factored into any purchase negotiation, and a thorough inspection of the sidewalls on the offside rear is advisable even though it was only marked as slight. Overall, the mechanical story is one of a low-mileage car showing age-related wear in specific areas rather than distance-related wear, and a careful physical inspection focused on the front axle, brakes, and tyres is essential before commitment.