2007 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · TK07 AAV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward developing structural and mechanical issues. In the most recent test in April 2023 at 60,277 miles, the car initially failed due to multiple safety-related defects, including an SRS warning lamp failure and an inoperative light. While it passed following immediate repairs, the presence of corrosion on both the front and rear sub-frames indicates that the underbody is beginning to suffer from age-related degradation despite the low mileage. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,172 miles per year. There is a notable gap in recorded data between March 2022 at 48,353 miles and April 2023 at 60,277 miles, representing over 11,000 miles in a single year. This low usage suggests the car likely sat for extended periods, which often contributes to the drying of rubber components and the accumulation of surface rust, as seen in the sub-frame Advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear sub-frames to determine the depth of the corrosion noted in 2023. While the tester classified the metal as not seriously weakened, structural rust on these components often accelerates if left unmanaged. The offside front suspension arm bush was previously flagged as worn; this should be checked for physical play or audible creaking which would affect steering precision. Additionally, the rear exhaust leak reported in 2023 should be verified to ensure the repair was effective and that the system is not developing further leaks.