2012 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · DY62 DFC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of deferred repairs regarding critical wear items. The most recent test in May 2026 at 69,920 miles passed but introduced new advisories for a worn offside front suspension arm bush and perishing offside rear tyre. While the car has passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of brake-related and tyre faults across the last three years suggests that the owner typically addresses mechanical issues only when they reach the point of MOT failure, rather than following a preventative service schedule. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,920 miles represents an average usage of approximately 5,000 miles per year. This low mileage profile is consistent with short-city driving, yet the data shows a significant jump of 12,000 miles between May 2024 and April 2025. Such bursts of activity followed by longer periods can lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid systems, which is evident in the persistent corrosion on the brake pipes noted in both 2025 and 2026 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The tester repeatedly flagged thin front brake pads and worn discs since 2024, and the corrosion on the nearside and offside rear brake pipes is a concern for long-term structural integrity if not treated or replaced. Furthermore, the worn offside front suspension arm bush requires close inspection for play which could affect steering precision. Given the advisory for cracking on the offside rear tyre, the rubber compound likely suffers from dry rot due to age despite the low mileage.