2016 Skoda Citigo 1.0L Petrol · YL16 MWG

This Škoda Citigo has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness record over the past five years, with no defects or advisories recorded in any of its MOT tests. The most recent test on 2025-07-25—conducted at exactly 51,897 miles—confirmed the vehicle passed without issue, despite the unusual occurrence of a duplicate entry (one pass, one fail) at the same mileage. This suggests the tester may have inadvertently duplicated the result, but the absence of any recorded faults in any of the five consecutive annual tests indicates the vehicle has not suffered from recurring mechanical failures. The lack of advisories further implies that no critical components—such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers—were deemed borderline during inspection. The mileage progression reveals an unusually low annual average of approximately 5,190 miles, which is well below the typical UK usage rate for a vehicle of this age. Between 2022-07-21 (23,045 miles) and 2023-07-25 (32,248 miles), the vehicle accumulated just 9,203 miles in a single year, followed by another 8,786 miles between 2023 and 2024. This pattern suggests prolonged periods of inactivity, which could either indicate the vehicle was stored or used very sparingly. While low mileage generally correlates with reduced wear on high-stress components like brakes and suspension, it also raises questions about potential neglect in areas such as tyre pressure maintenance, fluid changes, or even basic corrosion prevention during periods of disuse. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of consumable items that are not captured by the MOT test. Tyres, despite no recorded tread failures, should be checked for uneven wear, which could indicate alignment issues or prolonged under/over-inflation. The brake discs and pads—though not explicitly flagged—should be examined for thickness and surface condition, as the MOT only tests for minimum legal limits. Suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, warrant close scrutiny, as do the wheel bearings and steering rack for excessive play or fluid leaks. Additionally, the underbody should be inspected for corrosion, especially around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust system, given the vehicle’s age and the potential for prolonged exposure to moisture during storage. The absence of advisories in past tests is reassuring, but these areas are not routinely tested and could harbour hidden issues.