2008 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · VK08 RCX
2008 Toyota Aygo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 02 May 2008. Recorded mileage 194,363 miles. MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AYGO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,363 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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VK08 RCX Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2023
- 194,363 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VK08 RCX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Aygo (VK08 RCX) between July 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are 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.
VK08 RCX Mileage History
- 26/07/2022176,069 mi
- 20/07/2023194,363 mi+18,294 mi
Average of roughly 18,620 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Aygo Mk1
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Water Ingress (Boot/Rear)Moderate
Leaking rear light seals and high-level brake lights let water into the boot, leaving damp carpets and a musty smell; a known Mk1 weak point on UK cars.
- Clutch WearModerate
Many owners upgrade to the 190mm clutch from later models to resolve premature wear.
- Door Lock Actuator FailureModerate
The central locking actuators can seize or fail, preventing doors from locking or unlocking remotely.
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