City car · 2005–2021 cars

Toyota Aygo reliability

The Toyota Aygo fails 24.5% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage, based on 728,071 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.

About averageReliability score 48/100#14 of 43 city cars

Checking a Toyota Aygo before you buy?

first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%): 24.5%; first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
fails than cars of the same age and mileage: 2% more; fails than cars of the same age and mileage
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024: 728,071; MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
typical miles a year, from MOT readings: 5,700; typical miles a year, from MOT readings

What this means for buyers

The Toyota Aygo is about average against cars of the same age and mileage. Around 24.5% of first-time MOT tests end in a fail, against 28.4% for all cars. It ranks 14 of 43 city car models, based on 728,071 tests from 2022 to 2024. Cars from 2015 were strongest, with 14% fewer MOT fails than cars of the same age and mileage. Cars from 2005 were weakest, with 21% more fails than cars of the same age and mileage.

Brakes are the weak spot, with 51% more brake fails than cars of the same age and mileage. That does not rule the Aygo out, but check these points before you buy. Look for wiper blades that clear the windscreen (2.47% of tests fail on this), working position lamps (2.28%), brakes that do not bind (1.94%), and tyre tread of at least 1.6mm (1.94%).

MOT fail rate by age

How the Toyota Aygo ages

Each point is the share of Toyota Aygos of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.

Toyota AygoAll cars

Toyota Aygo first-time MOT fail rate by age
Age at MOT (years)	Toyota Aygo	All cars
3	9.5%	12.3%
4	11.8%	14.1%
5	13.6%	16.4%
6	14.9%	19.1%
7	16.4%	22.1%
8	19.6%	25.5%
9	24.3%	28.8%
10	28.7%	31.8%
11	32.4%	34.6%
12	34.8%	37.3%
13	38.6%	39.5%
14	41.4%	41.1%
15	44.6%	42.3%
16	45.6%	42.9%
17	48.1%	43.4%
18	49.7%	43.5%
19	52.1%	43.4%

By year

The best and worst Toyota Aygo years

2015 cars come out best and 2005 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.

Toyota Aygo MOT results by year of first registration
First registered	Tests	Fail rate	Against same-age cars	Typical mileage
2021 Aygo	4,375	9.4%	3% fewer fails	16,811
2020 Aygo	22,884	9.9%	4% fewer fails	18,161
2019 Aygo	53,774	11.1%	1% fewer fails	20,695
2018 Aygo	68,966	12.8%	2% more fails	24,379
2017 Aygo	66,238	13.8%	7% fewer fails	30,590
2016 Aygo	68,596	15.1%	13% fewer fails	36,623
2015 Aygo	71,355	17.3%	14% fewer fails	42,548
2014 Aygo	59,523	22.5%	3% fewer fails	49,041
2013 Aygo	47,070	27.2%	3% more fails	54,239
2012 Aygo	46,220	31.2%	6% more fails	60,508
2011 Aygo	40,079	33.6%	5% more fails	65,194
2010 Aygo	37,542	35.9%	4% more fails	69,442
2009 Aygo	40,172	39.1%	8% more fails	71,130
2008 Aygo	37,475	44.5%	15% more fails	77,740
2007 Aygo	31,629	44.4%	10% more fails	83,241
2006 Aygo	27,101	46.3%	12% more fails	88,834
2005 Aygo	5,072	51%	21% more fails	90,623

Common problems

What fails most on a Toyota Aygo

Its weak spot is brakes: 51% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.

Fail rate by area

Lights and electrics10%15% above avg
Brakes7.7%51% above avg
Tyres5.5%3% above avg
Suspension4.9%30% below avg
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors4.3%3% above avg
Body, chassis and structure2.5%2% above avg
Exhaust, emissions and leaks2.5%9% above avg
Seat belts and airbags0.8%16% above avg
Number plates and VIN0.3%3% below avg

Average for cars of the same age and mileage

Top MOT failures

1
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.47% of tests
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
2
Position lamp not working 2.28% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
3
Service brake excessively binding 1.94% of tests
A brake that drags when released can overheat, wear quickly and waste fuel, so it needs prompt inspection.
4
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 1.94% of tests
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
5
Stop lamp not working 1.52% of tests
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
6
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 1.34% of tests
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
7
Headlamp beam pattern obviously incorrect 1.29% of tests
A wrongly shaped beam can dazzle other drivers and reduce your own view of the road, so the lamps need correcting.
8
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 1.22% of tests
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.

Most common advisories

Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Toyota Aygo's MOT certificate most often.

Tyre slightly damaged or cracking12.07%
Tyre worn close to legal limit11.67%
Brake disc pitted or scored9.72%
Brake pipes corroded and greasy6.17%
Anti-roll bar linkage pin/bush worn5.51%
Brake pads wearing thin4.64%

Before you buy

What to check on a used Toyota Aygo

1
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
2
Position lamp not working
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
3
Service brake excessively binding
A brake that drags when released can overheat, wear quickly and waste fuel, so it needs prompt inspection.
4
Tyre tread below 1.6mm
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
5
Every MOT since new
Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.
6
The mileage record
A typical Toyota Aygo covers about 5,700 miles a year. A big gap or a drop between MOTs is a warning sign.
7
Finance, stolen and write-off
The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.

Fuel types tested

Petrol99.8%
Diesel0.1%
LPG0%
Other0%
Hybrid0%
Electric0%

Most common colours

White, Red, Blue, Black, Grey

Average engine size: 1.0 litres.

Compare

How the Toyota Aygo compares with its rivals

Toyota Aygo against similar models
Model	Fail rate	Against same-age cars
Volkswagen up!	18.8%	7% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Toyota Aygo	24.5%	about average for its age
Citroën C1	29.7%	9% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Hyundai i10	26.2%	19% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Ford Ka	32.8%	23% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Kia Picanto	29.3%	27% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Fiat 500	31%	28% more MOT fails than the average car its age

Every city car ranked in the city car reliability index, or all Toyota models.

Questions

Toyota Aygo questions, answered

Is the Toyota Aygo reliable?

On MOT results, the Toyota Aygo is about average: it fails 24.5% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage. It ranks 14 of 43 city car models in our index.

What fails most on a Toyota Aygo MOT?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Aygo are wiper blade not clearing windscreen (2.47% of tests), position lamp not working (2.28% of tests), service brake excessively binding (1.94% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 10% of its tests.

Which Toyota Aygo year is the most reliable?

Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2015 cars do best (14% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2005 cars do worst (21% more MOT fails than the average car its age).

How many miles does a Toyota Aygo do a year?

A typical Toyota Aygo covers about 5,700 miles a year, from the mileage recorded at its MOTs. Check the car you're looking at against that with a free mileage check.

How do I check a Toyota Aygo before I buy it?

Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.

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