2013 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · FE63 MXU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on 29 January 2026 at 85,283 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent lapse in oversight, as evidenced by a failure just six days prior to that pass. While the car maintained a clean record between 2023 and early 2025, the January 2026 failure indicates that critical safety components like the brakes and tyres were not addressed immediately before the annual inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old city car, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of roughly 5,000 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 9,400 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not sat idle, which generally benefits mechanical seals and components, but the recent jump in annual mileage likely pushed consumable parts to their limit, leading to the mechanical failures. A buyer must specifically inspect the rear braking system, as the January 2026 failure flagged a binding nearside rear service brake, inadequate brake effort, and an imbalance across the axle. These symptoms often indicate a seized caliper piston or a sticking cylinder that may require replacement rather than just a simple cleaning. The front tyres were also noted as being close to the legal limit and worn on edge, indicating a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require physical verification to prevent further uneven tyre wear.