2014 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · NU64 ACY

The Skoda Citigo presents a clean and stable MOT history over the past three years, with the most recent test on 13 August 2025 at 47,191 miles showing no defects—an outcome consistent with the three preceding annual passes in 2024, 2023, and 2022. The sole exception is a 20 August 2022 failure at 31,709 miles , which lacks recorded defects, suggesting a procedural or administrative issue rather than a mechanical one. This pattern indicates a well-maintained vehicle with no recurring advisories or major faults, though the absence of any recorded defects—even minor—raises questions about whether routine servicing was fully documented. The lack of advisories on wear items like tyres, brakes, or suspension components implies either meticulous upkeep or, less likely, a vehicle that has been driven lightly enough to avoid typical age-related issues. The mileage progression reveals a highly consistent and low-usage pattern , averaging just 3,933 miles per year over its 12-year lifespan. Between 31,709 miles (September 2022) and 47,191 miles (August 2025) , the car covered 15,482 miles in nearly three years , or roughly 5,161 miles annually —a pace that suggests either infrequent use, short commutes, or prolonged periods of disuse. The 17-mile gap between the failed and passed tests in 2022 (20 August to 3 September) is unusually tight, reinforcing the likelihood of minimal driving rather than a mechanical issue. Such low mileage reduces wear on consumables, but it also means components like suspension bushes, brake fluid, and coil springs may have aged without sufficient stress to highlight latent defects. Given the absence of advisories or defects in the MOT history, a prospective buyer should focus on hidden wear items that MOTs do not always catch. Brake system health —particularly the condition of rear brake pads and calipers , which can degrade slowly—should be checked, as should suspension components like ball joints, track rod ends, and coil springs for signs of fatigue or corrosion. Exhaust emissions may also warrant inspection, as older diesel models (if applicable) can develop subtle leaks or catalytic converter inefficiency over time. Underseal and structural integrity should be scrutinised for rust, especially in wheel arches and sills, given the car’s age and potential for prolonged exposure. While the MOT record is reassuring, a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic would be prudent to verify the absence of silent issues in a vehicle that has clearly seen very little use.