2015 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · NJ65 UMB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding corrosion and rubber-related components. The most recent test in September 2025 at 39,127 miles resulted in a failure due to an insecure nearside headlamp, an exhaust leak, and reduced damping in both rear shock absorbers. While the car passed upon immediate retest, the appearance of multiple suspension failures and exhaust issues suggests that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from age-related degradation rather than high mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old car, averaging approximately 3,557 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the significant gaps between tests, such as the 5,821-mile increase recorded between the September 2023 and September 2024 tests. However, the data indicates that this low mileage has contributed to specific issues. In 2020, the tester flagged all four tyres for perishing and cracking, a common symptom of a vehicle that sits stationary for long periods, allowing the rubber to dry out prematurely. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking and exhaust systems. The record shows a persistent history of corrosion on the nearside front and offside rear brake pipes dating back to 2022, with further hose ferrule corrosion noted in 2021. The recent failure for an exhaust leak in 2025 indicates the system is thinning or structurally compromised. Additionally, the steering rack inner joint play noted in 2024 and the worn rear shock absorbers in 2025 suggest that the suspension geometry and steering components should be checked for excessive play or deunking noise when hitting imperfections.