2014 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · VN14 AED

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in September 2024 at 115,942 miles shows a pass following a failure for an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light and a misting nearside front shock absorber. While the electronic fault was addressed, the mechanical persistence of the shock absorber leak indicates the beginning of component failure that has not yet been rectified, suggesting the trend for suspension components is starting to deteriorate. At 115,942 miles over 12 years, the Yeti averages approximately 9,660 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family-oriented vehicle. The data shows a significant spike in activity between October 2022 and September 2023, where the vehicle covered over 14,000 miles in just eleven months. This period of higher use correlates with the multiple failures seen in September 2023, including a fractured coil spring, worn anti-roll bar linkage, and thin brake pads, indicating that service intervals outpaced preventative maintenance. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the record shows a history of broken coil springs and failing dust covers. The misting on the nearside front shock absorber from the 2024 test should be monitored for increased leaking which will eventually lead to an MOT failure. Furthermore, because the engine malfunction indicator light failed in 2024, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the ECU that may have been simply cleared without fixing the underlying sensor or emissions issue.