2014 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · OV14 HMY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the test in May 2026 at 91,806 miles, the tester identified several immediate attention items that were absent in the previous year's record. The presence of a corroded rear brake pipe and multiple tyres reaching the legal limit suggests that basic consumables and safety components are only being addressed once they reach an MOT failure threshold. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a twelve-year-old city car, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in the records between November 2022 at 73,032 miles and May 2024 at 78,259 miles, during which the vehicle saw lower usage. However, the accumulation of over 8,500 miles between May 2025 and May 2026 shows a steady increase in use which explains the accelerated wear observed on rubber components and braking hardware. A physical inspection must prioritise the braking system, specifically the extent of the corrosion on the rear brake pipe flagged in the 2026 test. The tester noted this pipe was covered in grease or other material, which often hides structural degradation until it becomes critical. The buyer should also verify the park brake travel, as the advisory from 2024 indicates the mechanism or cables may be nearing the end of their adjustment range. The condition of the tyres in the latest report is a point of concern, with uneven wear on the edges of the front-side tyres suggesting potential misalignment or incorrect inflation pressures. Given the perishing noted on the offside rear tyre, the age of the rubber should be checked across all four wheels regardless of tread depth. A thorough check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is necessary to ensure that the consistent mileage has not resulted in mechanical play that the MOT chassis tester did not fully capture.