Skoda Citigo reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Skoda Citigo is a city car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 107 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 218 of 442, and 20.6% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is wipers (2.2% of tests).
Ranked 218 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 4 of 26 city cars
In 2024, 52,397 Skoda Citigos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 20.6% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Skoda Citigo is 7% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
20.6%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
5,900
Typical age at test: 8 years
Skoda Citigo MOT failure rate by age
Most common Skoda Citigo MOT faults
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.2% of tests
- Service brake performance: excessively binding2.1% of tests
- Position lamp: not working1.7% of tests
- Headlamp aim: too low1.6% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.5% of tests
- Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn1.5% of tests
What the Skoda Citigo fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 7.1% | About average |
| Brakes | 5.3% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Visibility | 3.8% | About average |
| Tyres | 3.8% | ▼ 31% less often |
| Suspension | 3.1% | ▼ 45% less often |
| Body and structure | 2.1% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 1.9% | 1.1× as often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.4% | About average |
| Wheels | 0.1% | ▼ 42% less often |
| Steering | 0.1% | ▼ 89% less often |
What MPG does the Skoda Citigo do?
Official economy for the Skoda Citigo ranges from 62.8 to 68.9mpg across the 12 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2018). A typical petrol version manages 67.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Skoda Citigo?
Any Skoda Citigo first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Skoda Citigo registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 a year.
Work out tax for a specific carSkoda Citigo specs and running costs
Official figures for 12 versions sold in the UK between 2012 and 2018.
Fuel types
Petrol
Official economy
62.8–68.9 mpg
CO2
95–105 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 60PSM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 64.2 mpg | 101g | £200 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 60PS GreenTechM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 68.9 mpg | 96g | £200 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 60PS ASGA5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 65.7 mpg | 100g | £200 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 75PS GreenTechM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 68.9 mpg | 96g | £200 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 75PS ASGA5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 64.2 mpg | 103g | £200 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 60PS Stop-StartManual · listed 2014 | Petrol | 68.9 mpg | 95g | £20 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 75PS Stop-StartManual · listed 2014 | Petrol | 67.3 mpg | 98g | £20 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 60PS ASGAutomatic · listed 2014 | Petrol | 62.8 mpg | 103g | £20 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 60PSManual · listed 2014 | Petrol | 62.8 mpg | 105g | £20 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 75PS ASGAutomatic · listed 2014 | Petrol | 62.8 mpg | 105g | £20 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 60PS Stop-StartM5 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 68.9 mpg | 96g | £20 |
| Citigo 1.0 MPI 75PS Stop-StartM5 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 67.3 mpg | 98g | £20 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement.
What a Skoda Citigo costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 67.3mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Skoda Citigo reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Skoda Citigo is 7% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 107 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Skoda Citigo?
The most common MOT fault is “Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively”, found in 2.2% of tests.
›What MPG does the Skoda Citigo do?
Official economy for the Skoda Citigo ranges from 62.8 to 68.9mpg across the 12 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2018). A typical petrol version manages 67.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Skoda Citigo?
Any Skoda Citigo first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Skoda Citigo registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 a year.
›How many Skoda Citigos fail their MOT?
20.6% of Skoda Citigos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Skoda Citigo combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.