2014 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · R7 PTJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding brake system integrity. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 89,436 miles, it failed just one day prior due to a dangerous offside front tyre with exposed cords. The persistent presence of corrosion on the rear brake pipes, noted back to 2024, indicates that while the owner is addressing immediate failures, they are being reactive rather than proactive with underlying environmental degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 7,450 miles per year over its twelve-year life. The record shows steady accumulation, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the 2022 and 2023 tests and another 10,500 miles between 2023 and 2024. This suggests the car is used regularly, though the relatively low annual mileage often leads to accelerated surface corrosion on rubber components and metalwork due to lack of frequent mechanical cleaning. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear brake lines to determine if the corrosion flagged in 2025 was merely cleaned or replaced. The tester noted the pipes were covered in grease, which is a common tactic used to hide structural metal decay from a visual inspection. Additionally, the front suspension arm bushes identified as worn in 2023 at 69,208 miles should be checked for play or further tearing, as these components continue to degrade once they fail. The previous binding rear brakes noted in 2023 also warrant a check to ensure the calipers are not seizing or causing uneven pad wear.