2016 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · SL16 NEO

The 2016 Toyota Aygo passed its most recent MOT on 28 March 2026 at 43,368 miles, but the record reveals a maintenance pattern that is stable yet persistently flagged for the same structural and mechanical concerns. The tester noted front brake discs worn, pitted or scored on inner faces, front anti-roll bar linkage bushes worn, front sub-frame corrosion, rear axle mount corrosion on both sides, and corroded rear brake pipes covered in grease or material at the flexi-hose connections. None of these were deemed serious failures, yet the recurrence of identical advisories across multiple years suggests these are long-standing, tolerated conditions rather than freshly resolved items. The mileage progression tells a clear story of low annual use. From 24,931 miles in March 2023 to 31,353 miles in March 2024, then 37,554 miles in March 2025, and finally 43,368 miles in March 2026, the car has averaged roughly 6,200 miles per year over the last three years, up from a lifetime average of about 4,337 miles per year. The 2025 test record notes the engine had no oil in it prior to testing and was rattling badly, which is a significant red flag for lubrication neglect despite the low mileage. Short-trip, low-mileage use can accelerate internal engine condensation and oil degradation if servicing intervals are stretched beyond the manufacturer schedule. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the underbody and braking system. The front sub-frame corrosion and both rear axle mount corrosion advisories have appeared in consecutive tests, meaning the structural integrity of these mounting points warrants close examination with a torch and probe, particularly if the car has been used on salted roads. The rear brake pipe corrosion at the flexi-hose entries is a recurring advisory that could progress to a dangerous level if the protective grease or covering has masked active pitting. Have a garage pressure-test the brake system and inspect the pipe walls directly rather than relying on surface appearance. The front brake disc wear pattern, combined with the worn anti-roll bar bushes flagged repeatedly since 2024, points to a car that has likely spent time on uneven or poorly maintained surfaces. Check for uneven inner disc wear, which can indicate binding calipers or seized slide pins, and have the suspension bushes physically loaded to confirm whether the movement is now excessive. The 2025 oil starvation note demands a thorough engine health check, including compression testing and inspection for bearing rattle or scoring on the cylinder bores. Low mileage alone does not protect an engine from damage if oil changes have been neglected.