2018 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · FN18 RZX

Five consecutive MOT passes with absolutely no advisories or defects recorded is an exceptional roadworthiness profile for an eight year old city car. The February 2026 test, alongside every annual inspection stretching back to 2022, returned a clean pass with the examiner finding nothing to flag. The absence of any recorded advisories across the entire five year DVSA history means there has been no recorded deterioration in the visible suspension components, brake assemblies, exhaust system, tyres, or corrosion prone structural areas that typically begin to attract attention on a vehicle of this age. This is a particularly strong result for a Skoda Citigo, as the platform shared components with the VW up! and SEAT Mii are known to suffer from ageing suspension bushes and coil springs as mileage accumulates. The clean sheet here suggests either diligent pre test rectification or a vehicle that has simply not yet accumulated enough wear to trigger examiner observations. Recorded mileage of 58,784 miles over an eight year life equates to roughly 7,348 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a small urban runabout. There are no anomalous gaps in the MOT testing history, no multi year absences that would suggest a prolonged lay up, and no recorded mileage inconsistencies that would warrant concern. This consistent annual accumulation indicates regular rather than erratic use, which from a mechanical perspective is generally favourable for components such as the timing chain, clutch, brake discs, and 12 volt battery, all of which benefit from steady operation rather than long periods of inactivity followed by sudden demands. The mileage is high enough to confirm genuine use but not so excessive that high wear items should be considered immediately due for replacement. For a prospective buyer conducting a physical inspection, the absence of recorded advisories does not eliminate the need for a thorough hands on evaluation. Given the mileage, particular focus should be placed on the clutch feel and bite point, listening for judder or slip during pulling away in third gear, and confirming smooth gear selection across the box. The brake pedal should feel firm with no sponginess, and on the road the car should pull up squarely without any steering wheel vibration or pulling to one side, which would suggest disc lipping or a binding caliper. On uneven surfaces, listen carefully for any clonks, knocks, or creaks from the front suspension, as worn anti roll bar drop links, top mounts, and stabiliser bushes commonly manifest on this platform well before they are flagged at MOT. A thorough underside examination on a ramp is strongly advisable despite the clean MOT sheet. Check the rear axle beam, front subframe mounting points, and suspension arms for any surface corrosion or underbody scaling, particularly given the age of the vehicle. Inspect the exhaust system for signs of weeping joints or hanger deterioration, examine the condition of the brake lines and flexi hoses for any surface rust, and verify that the coolant expansion tank and surrounding hoses remain free from discolouration or weeping. Inside the cabin, confirm even blower output across all speeds, test the air conditioning for cold output, and check that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start. With no recorded failures or advisories, this Citigo presents a strong mechanical starting point, but the mileage still warrants the usual due diligence on the age related consumables that MOT testing does not cover.