2013 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · NG13 NGN

This Skoda Citigo presents an unusually clean MOT history for its age, with the most recent January 2026 tests at 58,264 miles showing no defects on either pass or fail attempt. The trend is stable, with consistent annual passes over the past four years—each test conducted within days of the prior year’s anniversary, suggesting the vehicle has been kept under regular observation. The absence of advisories or minor defects in any of these records implies either meticulous maintenance by previous owners or, more likely, a vehicle that has been stored or used very lightly. No recurring issues have emerged to indicate neglect, and the lack of even advisory-level concerns on brakes, suspension, or structural components is rare for a 13-year-old car with such low annual mileage. The mileage accumulation is strikingly low, averaging just 4,482 miles per year since 2023, which is well below the UK fleet average for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests are consistent—each January test shows roughly 2,300–2,700 miles added over the preceding 12 months—pointing to either infrequent use, long periods of inactivity, or both. Such minimal running could mean components like tyres, brakes, and suspension have aged more through environmental exposure than through mechanical wear, though this also raises questions about fluid health (oils, brake fluid, coolant) which degrade over time even without use. The lack of mileage buildup makes it difficult to assess typical wear patterns, but it does suggest the car has not been subjected to the cumulative stress of high annual distances. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on verifying the condition of fluids—engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant—given the prolonged periods between use. While the MOT records show no brake or suspension defects, binding calipers or degraded bushes could still develop due to inactivity, so a pre-purchase inspection should include a thorough check of brake operation and suspension movement. Tyres, despite not being flagged, may have aged significantly; their tread depth and sidewall condition should be assessed, as should the battery health, which can degrade even in a dormant vehicle. Structural corrosion is less likely given the car’s age and low mileage, but any signs of rust around wheel arches, sills, or underseal should be scrutinised, particularly if the vehicle has spent time in damp or salty conditions. The absence of MOT advisories is a positive indicator, but the low mileage history means some components may not have been exercised enough to reveal latent issues.