2009 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · SM59 LLT

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of worsening structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 105,623 miles, the record reveals a history of recurring failures that remain largely unaddressed. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple multi-point failures in 2024 and 2025 indicates that the car is now entering a phase where repairs are being made only reactively rather than through preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the Aygo has covered 105,623 miles, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. This low annual mileage is typical for an older city car, but the data shows a significant gap in usage between August 2023 and July 2024, where the vehicle covered only 9,27 miles in nearly a year. Such periods of standing often correlate with the accelerated corrosion of brake components and structural elements, which is consistent with the persistent issues found with brake pipes and binding calipers noted in the history. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the sills and integral body structures. The July 2024 failure specifically identified significant reduction in rigidity in the nearside rear sill, which is a critical structural defect that often requires expensive welding to rectify properly. Furthermore, the recurring reports of play in the steering rack inner joints and front anti-roll bar ball joints suggest the front suspension is nearing the end of its functional life and will require immediate attention. The presence of corroded brake pipes covered in grease is a red flag, suggesting an attempt to hide the extent of the decay. The 2025 failure due to an inoperative engine management light and an exhaust leak further indicates that engine management and emissions systems are being neglected. Given the structural rust and the persistent nature of the mechanical faults, this vehicle carries a high risk of costly MOT failures in the near future.