2009 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · YL59 DFE

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following the September 2025 test at 88,419 miles. Despite passing the most recent inspection, the maintenance history reveals a pattern of persistent mechanical degradation rather than stable health. Recurring advisories on front anti-roll bar linkages and suspension arm bushes appear across every test from September 2023 through September 2025, indicating progressive wear of rubber components that remains unrectified. While the tester did not mark these as failures, their consistency suggests deferred upkeep on the steering and suspension geometry. At 88,419 miles recorded against an age of approximately 17 years, this example averages roughly 5,200 miles annually. This usage profile sits well below the national average for vehicles of this vintage, yet it often correlates with corrosion problems caused by moisture accumulation during long periods of inactivity. The rapid turnover between the failed and passed tests in September 2024 highlights that urgent intervention on structural integrity occurred recently. Owners should expect higher-than-average degradation on exposed metalwork compared to high-mileage counterparts that see regular highway use. A physical inspection must prioritise the braking system and underbody condition immediately. The MOT record flags corroded rear brake pipes covered in material in both 2024 and 2025, alongside a parking brake efficiency note in the latest test. These findings warrant immediate replacement of the hydraulic lines before they fail completely. The 2024 failure regarding excessive corrosion within 30 cm of a body mounting sill requires verification that repairs held, especially given the 2025 advisory noting front sub-frame corrosion. Inspect the exhaust system and steering geometry thoroughly. Minor exhaust gas leaks persist from 2023 through 2025, suggesting the silencer or manifold connections remain compromised. The consistent warnings on worn suspension bushes mean handling may feel vague or loose over bumps. Ensure the current owner replaced the wiper blades flagged in the last test, as this indicates attention to basic visibility maintenance was inconsistent. The oil leak noted in 2024 also requires checking for seepage levels before purchase.