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KJ08 LWU

2008 Toyota Aygo

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

141,012 mi
Last recorded141,012 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Aygo54,541 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 LWU
MakeToyota
ModelAygo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 141,012 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 141,012 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 119,923 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear underbody corrosion

Pass 9 Feb 2024 106,437 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 106,426 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill @ rear (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill@ rear (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2023 99,419 miles

Nearside Rear slight bind on brake

Offside Front shocker misting

Fail 24 Jan 2023 99,409 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear slight bind on brake

Offside Front shocker misting

Pass 23 Oct 2021 90,222 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 90,222 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 83,421 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 83,412 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering sill (6.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 75,623 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 75,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2018 66,429 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 57,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2016 49,671 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 45,614 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 45,614 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 40,659 miles

Front wiper blade loose.

Pass 2 Jul 2013 34,908 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 34,908 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Jun 2012 30,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 30,585 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 43,621 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Aygo?

Based on 3,073,569 MOT tests across 286,185 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
4,283
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
286,185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,372
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KJ08 LWU is a 2008 Toyota Aygo in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Aygo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 54,541 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Aygo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJ08 LWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Aygo typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Aygo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KJ08 LWU registered?

KJ08 LWU is a 2008 Toyota Aygo, first registered on 10 July 2008.

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