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I am looking to replace my VW Polo and would be grateful for your advice on the best small car with zero road tax I have been thinking about the Toyota Aygo. My driving is mainly around the town and I was considering buying new although nearly new would be suitable 3 or 5-door, petrol engine. I am a lady in my seventies with some mobility problems due to arthritis, and I do carry some elderly passengers, although this is not the deciding factor.

Asked on 31 July 2010 by MD, via email

Answered by Honest John

The Aygo isn't zero road tax after the first year. From the 2nd year it's
£20 (no big deal). I'd go for a Hyundai i10 1.2 instead (£30 tax). Or a Suzuki Splash 1.0 (also £30 tax). For short runs I don’t recommend a diesel with a diesel particulate filter even if it is under 100g/km and free of annual tax.

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Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

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