2010 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · YP60 SXU

A consistently clean MOT record defines this 2010 Toyota Aygo, with the most recent test on 3 April 2026 returning a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and the prior pass on 26 February 2025 similarly spotless. Across five tests spanning 2023 to early 2026, the only blemish is a fail on 4 February 2025 with no defects logged against it, which typically indicates either a registration or administrative issue at the test station or a refusal to test rather than a genuine mechanical failure on the vehicle itself. This is supported by the immediate re-test and pass just three weeks later. The overall trajectory is one of stable roadworthiness with no recurring advisories on items such as suspension components, braking system, corrosion, or tyres, suggesting that whatever mechanical wear exists has remained within acceptable DVSA limits throughout the documented period. With 52,430 miles accumulated over approximately sixteen years, this Aygo averages around 3,277 miles per year, which is notably low for its age and well below typical annual mileage for a city car of this era. Such a low figure can reflect either genuinely light use or extended periods where the vehicle was laid up. The mileage progression between tests is consistent and gradual rather than showing sharp increases that might indicate a change of usage pattern, such as a long commute or motorway work. Mechanically, low mileage on a sixteen-year-old vehicle tends to preserve internal combustion components, clutch material, and brake friction surfaces from heavy wear, but it can also bring its own concerns, particularly around ageing rubber, seals, and perishable items that deteriorate through time rather than use, such as coolant hoses, drive shaft boots, and various suspension bushes. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any advisory history means there are no specific components flagged as approaching the failure threshold, so attention should shift to age-related degradation that an MOT may not yet have caught. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which can indicate worn lower suspension arms or anti-roll bar bushes that often deteriorate on older Aygos. Pay attention to any binding or pulling under light braking, as the front brake calipers can seize on vehicles that have seen periods of infrequent use, and feel for vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal that could indicate worn or corroded brake discs, particularly given the car's age. Beyond the braking and suspension systems, a thorough inspection should include checking the underside of the vehicle, particularly around the rear axle, exhaust mounting points, and any structural seams for the early signs of corrosion that may not have been severe enough to be recorded as an advisory. Examine the exhaust system for signs of blowing or rattling, as original units of this age are often approaching the end of their service life. Verify that all electrical systems function correctly, including the cooling fan, heater, and dashboard warning lights, and ensure the engine starts promptly without excessive smoke. Finally, given the low annual mileage, it is worth confirming when the cambelt, coolant, and brake fluid were last replaced, as these time-sensitive service items are just as relevant as mileage-based schedules on a lightly used sixteen-year-old vehicle.