2014 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · GX64 AEM

The most recent MOT history for this 2014 Škoda Yeti reveals a concerning pattern of repeated failures at the same mileage intervals, despite no defects being formally recorded. The vehicle passed on the 15th of July 2025 at 69,781 miles before failing immediately on the same day, a duplication that suggests either an administrative error or an incomplete inspection. The prior test cycle in 2024 also mirrored this anomaly—two entries at 59,454 miles, both marked as passed and failed without justification. This inconsistency undermines confidence in the vehicle’s true roadworthiness status, particularly as the most recent test occurred just over a year ago, well beyond the DVSA’s recommended 12-month interval. The lack of advisories or defects in the 2023 test at 51,995 miles implies that whatever issues arose later were either intermittent or only detectable under specific conditions. The recorded mileage of 69,781 miles at the time of the latest test aligns with an unusually low annual average of approximately 5,800 miles, which may indicate limited use or prolonged periods of inactivity. This pattern is notable given the vehicle’s age, as lower mileage typically correlates with less wear on high-stress components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers. However, the repeated MOT failures at identical intervals—spanning 10,000 miles between tests—suggest either a deliberate attempt to bypass thorough inspection or a mechanical issue that only manifests under certain driving conditions. The absence of advisories in any test further complicates interpretation, as it could mean the vehicle was either well-maintained or that critical faults were overlooked. Given the irregular MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the condition of the rear axle bushes and coil springs, as these components often exhibit wear patterns that may not be immediately apparent during a standard test. The repeated failures at the same mileage intervals warrant scrutiny of the braking system, including rear caliper binding, disc thickness, and rotor warpage, which could explain why the tester may have flagged the vehicle without specifying defects. Structural integrity should also be assessed, with a focus on corrosion around wheel arches, subframe mounts, and the rear sills—areas prone to rust in a vehicle of this age. The lack of advisories in prior tests does not preclude these issues, so visual inspection and functional testing of these components are essential to confirm their serviceability.