Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Toyota Aygo?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Toyota Aygo?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Toyota Aygo?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Toyota Aygo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

44% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Toyota Aygo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 14,718 vehicles, the 2009 Toyota Aygo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Toyota Aygo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Toyota Aygo are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (60% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (58.3% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (55.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Toyota Aygo?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Toyota Aygo (2009)

14,718 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.4% first-time pass rate

2009 Toyota Aygo

CarHunch analysed 14,718 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Aygo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Aygo's 78.4% pass rate sits just below the UK average of 80%, a marginal difference that masks a more serious concern: 44.1% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above the typical threshold for buyer caution. This is the standout reliability red flag for the model year, suggesting structural or safety-system issues that recur across the fleet.

At just over 51,000 miles median mileage for a 15-year-old car, these Aygos have been driven conservatively, yet they still average nearly 4 failures and 23 advisories per test. Before buying, request the full MOT history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus specifically on the dangerous defects reported in similar mileage examples—knowing what went wrong in other cars will tell you what to expect.

The 2009 Toyota Aygo has a decent first-time pass rate (78.4%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

78.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

44.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.87

Over 16.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

51k

Middle half: 36k–68k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 23.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 14,718 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 14,718 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 60%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 58.3%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 35%

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 29.5%

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Toyota Aygo

Based on MOT data from 14,718 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 44.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	14,710	78.4%	3.87

Colour Breakdown

Based on 283,636 Toyota Aygo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 22.9%

64,996

Red 22.7%

64,380

Blue 15%

42,656

Black 12.7%

35,957

Grey 11.3%

32,017

Silver 10.5%

29,868

Orange 2.7%

7,624

Yellow 0.8%

2,173

Purple 0.7%

1,886

Green 0.4%

1,246

Multi-colour 0.3%

819

Pink 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Toyota Aygo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

51,447

typical

36,119

low mileage

67,648

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Toyota Aygo vehicles fall between 36,119 and 67,648 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 36,119 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 36,119–67,648 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Toyota Aygos sit.

⚠ Over 91,324 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Toyota Aygo — Still on the Road

Most 2009 Toyota Aygos are still being driven.

Strong survival — 11,450 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 80% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

16.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.87

Avg failures per vehicle

23.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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