2021 Toyota Aygo Jbl Tss -I — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 403 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Toyota Aygo Jbl Tss -I, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.3%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.2% | 13 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.5% | 10 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.5% | 10 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 9 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 4 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 2 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 2 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.1% | 97 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.9% | 44 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.2% | 29 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.0% | 12 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.0% | 8 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.5% | 2 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 331 | 4.8% |
| 30-60k | 69 | 11.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 199 | 3.5% |
| 2025 | 189 | 9.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Aygo Jbl Tss -I
Before buying a 2021 Toyota Aygo Jbl Tss -I, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (2.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Toyota Aygo Jbl Tss -Is pass their MOT?
94.0% of the 403 2021 Toyota Aygo Jbl Tss -I MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Toyota Aygo Jbl Tss -I?
Tyres, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by visibility (2.5%).
Does the 2021 Aygo Jbl Tss -I get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.8% in the 0-30k band to 11.6% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 403 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.