2009 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · VO09 LUY

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening progression of mechanical wear and structural corrosion. While it passed the latest test in August 2025 at 76,138 miles, it presented new defects including an offside front upper oil leak and a broken central front lower exhaust mounting. These issues follow a pattern of deteriorating condition noted in 2024, indicating that the vehicle's components are beginning to fail due to age despite the relatively low annual mileage. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 76,138 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. This low usage often suggests lighter strain on the engine but explains the presence of age-related degradation seen in the records. Between August 2023 and August 2024, the car covered only 2,619 miles, yet it failed the test for insufficient tyre tread depth and multiple mechanical defects. This suggests that rubber and metal components may be suffering from time and environmental exposure rather than distance-related wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear sub-frame and axle beam, as the structural corrosion noted in 2024 is a recurring concern that could eventually lead to a failure. The braking system requires immediate attention; the tester flagged binding offside rear brakes in 2025 and fluctuating central front brakes in 2024. Both front inner brake discs are also previously noted as pitted and scored, indicating they are nearing replacement. Additionally, the oil leak from the offside front upper should be monitored to ensure it does not escalate into a significant fluid loss.