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TOYOTA AYGO (2010)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 20,728 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,530

£128/month

MOT Pass Rate

75%

Average

Road Tax

£20

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

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75% pass rate, £1530/year to run. 7 points below average.

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Petrol998cc16 years old20,728 tests77k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Based on 998cc

£20
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,530
Per month£128/mo
Per week£29/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

75% MOT pass rate(Average)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 7 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 16 years old, 75% of TOYOTA AYGOs from 2010 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 20,728 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 77,002 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2010 cars356th of 575(top 62%)
Rank among TOYOTA models766th of 996(top 77%)
vs national average-7%(82% avg)
vs 2010 cars average+0%(75% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-9%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

77,002

Average miles

vs

118,400

Expected for age

The average 2010 TOYOTA AYGO has 77,002 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2005 model has the lowest at 67%. The 2010 sits between the two at 75%.

TOYOTA AYGO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202295%48717,124 mi
202195%25,34917,302 mi
202094%24,63221,262 mi
201992%33,87027,121 mi
201891%33,49932,624 mi
201790%32,86039,432 mi
201689%33,85345,473 mi
201587%36,27251,238 mi
201484%31,19257,680 mi
201381%24,88262,418 mi
201279%25,14769,061 mi
201177%22,02373,106 mi
201075%20,72877,002 mi
200974%21,86978,699 mi
200870%20,91584,474 mi
200770%17,36889,123 mi
200669%14,49893,525 mi
200567%2,63094,657 mi

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About the 2010 TOYOTA AYGO

The 2010 TOYOTA AYGO is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 20,728 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2010, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 77,002 miles at 16 years old, TOYOTA AYGO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2010 TOYOTA AYGO Fuel Costs

The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2010 TOYOTA AYGO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,530 128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 75% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TOYOTA AYGO Reliability Trend

Newer TOYOTA AYGOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 17 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2010 TOYOTA AYGO

At 16 years old, the TOYOTA AYGO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. With 20,728 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2010 TOYOTA AYGO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2010 TOYOTA AYGO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
TOYOTA AYGO(2010)75%£955£20Grp 1-8£1530
VAUXHALL CORSA(2012)76%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£192
FORD FIESTA(2008)72%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£192
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2011)75%£955£30Grp 5-15£1540+£10
PEUGEOT 207(2010)70%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£192

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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