2015 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · BW64 GOH

The 2015 Skoda Citigo holds a valid MOT pass certificate dated 16 February 2026, issued at 116,682 miles, which remains current as of today. Despite this pass, the maintenance trend is clearly worsening. The vehicle failed its preceding test on 9 February 2026 at 116,672 miles on exhaust emissions, Lambda readings, and multiple brake pipe corrosion items. Although the emissions and Lambda faults cleared before the retest pass, the underlying pattern is one of escalating deterioration rather than proactive repair. Brake pipe corrosion and worn front brake discs have appeared as advisories or failures consistently across multiple tests, indicating a long-standing issue that has never been permanently resolved. The mileage accumulation of roughly 10,607 miles per year is entirely typical for an 11-year-old city car, suggesting regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. The record shows consistent annual testing with no significant gaps, and the mileage progression from 109,171 in February 2024 to 113,268 in February 2025 and then to 116,682 by February 2026 confirms steady, predictable usage. There are no anomalies in the odometer readings that would suggest tampering or extended periods off the road. A buyer should treat the recurring brake pipe corrosion advisories as a serious structural concern. All four brake pipes have been flagged as corroded and contaminated with grease or material across multiple consecutive tests, including the most recent pass in February 2026. This suggests active corrosion that may compromise hydraulic integrity under load. The front brake discs consistently appear worn, pitted, or scored, which points to aggressive driving or a binding caliper issue that has gone unaddressed. The nearside front outer CV joint boot has been severely deteriorated since at least February 2024, meaning the joint has been exposed to road debris and moisture for over two years. A physical inspection should check for clicking on full lock and grease contamination around the inner wing area. The offside front suspension arm rear bush has progressed from worn in February 2024 to excessively worn by the February 2025 failure, then apparently addressed before the 2025 pass, suggesting at least one repair cycle. The front wipers smearing the windscreen is a minor consumable issue but has persisted across every test since at least 2024, hinting at neglect of basic upkeep. Overall, the record paints a picture of a vehicle that passes minimum legal thresholds but suffers from chronic underinvestment in corrosion prevention and brake system maintenance. A thorough underside inspection, brake fluid pressure test, and assessment of the CV joint condition are essential before purchase.