2016 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · OV16 ACF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The MOT test conducted in May 2026 at 75,782 miles followed an immediate failure just one mile prior due to critical low tyre tread depths on both front wheels and thin nearside front brake pads. While the car passed immediately after these rectifications, the presence of multiple safety failures in a single session suggests the owner may have neglected routine consumable checks until they reached a failure point. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use urban profile, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in records between March 2022 and January 2023, where the vehicle covered roughly 10,000 miles in ten months, followed by a more moderated usage rate thereafter. The 2021 failure at 37,976 miles highlighted a significant engine issue involving high hydrocarbon emissions and an inoperative malfunction indicator light, but the vehicle returned to a clean record in the subsequent 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests. A buyer should inspect the front braking assembly closely, as the 2026 advisory for thin pads indicates the discs may be scored or suffering from uneven wear. Given the edge wear noted on the offside front tyre during the 2026 failure, a professional alignment check is necessary to rule out faulty suspension bushes or geometry. While the structural integrity appears sound based on the lack of corrosion advisories, the previous history of emission-related faults warrants a thorough check of the exhaust management system and sensors to ensure the previous engine issues remain fully resolved.