2014 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · LF64 DZE

The Skoda Citigo presents a clean roadworthiness profile through the most recent examination on 2 June 2025, where it passed with no advisories or failures recorded. Four consecutive tests spanning 2022 to 2025 all returned pass results, and crucially, no defects of any category were documented during this window. The absence of advisories relating to brake components, suspension parts, exhaust integrity, or corrosion means the official record shows no flagged areas of concern at the point of last test. This consistency suggests the vehicle has not been presenting significant mechanical issues to testers in recent years, though it must be noted that a clean MOT history does not equate to a verified service record or internal mechanical inspection. The trend across the documented period is stable, with no deterioration apparent in the test outcomes. Mileage accumulation across the four recorded tests demonstrates a steady, moderate pace. The vehicle was tested in May 2022, May 2023, May 2024, and June 2025, with the odometer progressing from 70,173 miles at the most recent reading. The annual mileage of roughly 5,848 miles is notably low for a 12-year-old car, which typically points to either light usage, a primarily urban role, or extended periods of inactivity between drives. Low annual mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components but can introduce separate concerns around ageing rubber seals, brake fluid degradation, and corrosion from infrequent use. The consistent year-on-year testing pattern, with tests falling within a narrow window each May or June, suggests the vehicle has been kept in active road use rather than left dormant, which is a positive indicator for mechanical preservation. A prospective buyer should still commission an independent inspection, as the MOT record alone cannot verify the state of timing chains, clutch wear, or internal engine condition. Given the low annual mileage, particular attention should be paid to brake calipers and discs, which can seize during prolonged standing, as well as suspension bushes and coil springs that may have hardened or cracked with age. Exhaust systems and underbody corrosion should be examined physically, especially around structural mounting points, since the tester has not flagged any such issues in recent years but older advisory-free tests do not rule out developing deterioration. Tyre condition, battery health, and the state of coolant and brake fluid should also be verified, as these consumables are not assessed under standard MOT criteria. The clean record is encouraging, but a hands-on mechanical assessment remains the prudent next step before purchase.