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2010 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · SM10 EVC

SM10 EVC

2010 Toyota Aygo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2010. Recorded mileage 77,640 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model
TOYOTA AYGO
Year / Origin
2010 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21/08/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage
77,640 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 21/08/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/03/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2010
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of significant structural degradation and mechanical neglect. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 77,640 miles passed without defects, this result followed a critical failure just three weeks prior. The failure in July 2025 identified a major exhaust leak and a seriously weakened front sub-frame due to corrosion, indicating the vehicle reached a point where structural integrity was at risk before repairs were addressed to secure the subsequent re-test. At 77,640 miles, the mileage is significantly lower than the national average for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,850 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the accelerated corrosion-related issues seen in this record. Between July 2023 and July 2025, the car covered only 7,187 miles, suggesting it may have sat for long periods or used infrequently, which frequently leads to the excessive corrosion of brake pipes and binding of mechanical components noted in the inspection history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis to ensure the repairs to the front sub-frame and outer sills are structurally sound and not merely cosmetic patches. The 2023 failure highlighted extensive corrosion across all brake pipes and the structural sills, which requires close scrutiny for weeping rust or thinning metal in these specific areas. Additionally, the parking brake efficiency and the exhaust system should be verified, as the record shows a history of recurring brake failures and recent exhaust leaks despite the low mileage.

SM10 EVC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2025
  • 77,640 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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SM10 EVC Mileage History

  1. 27/07/202370,260 mi
  2. 28/07/202370,260 mi
  3. 29/07/202473,927 mi+3,667 mi
  4. 25/07/202577,447 mi+3,520 mi
  5. 14/08/202577,640 mi+193 mi

Average of roughly 3,599 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SM10 EVC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jul 2026, 11:17
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Toyota Aygo (SM10 EVC) between July 2023 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.

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Buying Score
45/100
Risk Level
High
High
Est. Annual Cost
£800-£1,000
Mileage
At 77,640 miles recorded in August 2025,...

Our Verdict

Approach this 2010 Toyota Aygo with caution due to serious structural corrosion flagged at its last two MOT tests. The recent exhaust and sub-frame failures were repaired to pass in August 2025, but underlying rust issues on this age of car warrant professional inspection before purchase.

Given the MOT history, you should insist on a recent independent inspection focusing on structural integrity, particularly the front sub-frame and outer sills that were flagged in 2023 and 2025. The July 2025 failure was corrected within three weeks, so ask the seller for invoices proving the sub-frame and exhaust repairs were carried out properly rather than temporarily patched. Negotiate firmly on price — a 2010 Aygo with this level of corrosion history is worth less than a clean example, and you may need to budget for further rust treatment.

The 998cc petrol Aygo is one of the cheapest cars to run, with excellent fuel economy typically around 55-60 mpg in mixed driving and low road tax for a 2010 petrol. Insurance groups for the Aygo are very low, often Group 3-4, keeping premiums minimal for most drivers. Typical maintenance is simple and inexpensive thanks to the shared Citroen/Peugeot platform, though the corrosion seen on this example may add annual rust-proofing costs.

Inspect the front sub-frame closely — the July 2025 MOT recorded it as corroded and seriously weakened, and although it passed three weeks later, confirm the repair is structural and not a weld patch. Both outer sills were noted as corroded to the point of reduced rigidity in July 2023, so check these areas underneath and inside the wheel arches for fresh or recurring rust on this black example.

This black 998cc petrol Toyota Aygo (SM10EVC) first registered in May 2010 shows 77,640 miles on its latest August 2025 MOT, which passed with no defects after a failure three weeks earlier. The July 2025 failure recorded a seriously weakened front sub-frame and major exhaust gas leak, while the 2023 failure showed extensive corrosion including both outer sills and brake pipe issues. Mileage is roughly average for a 16-year-old city car, but the repeated corrosion-related failures are a significant concern for long-term ownership.

No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Toyota Aygo on this platform, so assessment is limited to the individual history of SM10EVC.

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