Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 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 2010 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 2010 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 2010 Toyota Aygo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% 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 2010 Toyota Aygo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 13,269 vehicles, the 2010 Toyota Aygo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Toyota Aygo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Toyota Aygo are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (53% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (49.3% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (47.6% 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 2010 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 (2010)

13,269 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.9% first-time pass rate

2010 Toyota Aygo

CarHunch analysed 13,269 real MOT records for the 2010 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 2010 Toyota Aygo matches the UK average pass rate at 79.9%, so it's neither particularly robust nor troublesome in MOT terms — but the serious concern here is that 43.1% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above what you'd expect for a city car. This suggests buyers need to inspect brakes, steering, and lights carefully before purchase.

At 52,956 miles average and 51,271 miles median, these Aygos are running low for their age, which normally signals gentler use and fewer wear issues — yet the car still averages 3.34 failures and 20.9 advisories per test, pointing to age-related deterioration rather than abuse. If you're considering one, budget for suspension, exhaust, and cooling system work, and insist on a pre-purchase inspection that specifically flags any history of dangerous defects in the MOT record.

The 2010 Toyota Aygo has a decent first-time pass rate (79.9%), 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

79.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

43.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.34

Over 15.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

51k

Middle half: 37k–67k

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 20.9 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 13,269 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 13,269 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 53%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 47.6%

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.

Suspension & steering 31.8%

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 22.6%

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Toyota Aygo

Based on MOT data from 13,269 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 43.1% 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%)	13,263	79.9%	3.34

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 2010 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.

51,271

typical

37,173

low mileage

66,604

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Toyota Aygo vehicles fall between 37,173 and 66,604 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 37,173 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.

✓ 37,173–66,604 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Toyota Aygos sit.

⚠ Over 89,915 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Toyota Aygo — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Toyota Aygos are still being driven.

Strong survival — 10,793 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 84% 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

15.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.34

Avg failures per vehicle

20.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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