2011 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · AD61 VTL

The 2011 Skoda Yeti currently holds a valid MOT issued on 4 February 2026 at 74,948 miles with zero defects recorded, indicating no active roadworthiness concerns at that time. The maintenance trend over the past two years shows a clear improvement in front-end suspension integrity. The February 2026 pre-test failure flagged five separate ball joint dust cover defects across the front suspension and anti-roll bar linkages, all rectified before the same-day pass. This pattern mirrors the February 2025 cycle, where a pre-test failure for a degraded anti-roll bar linkage dust cover and corroded central rear exhaust sleeve bands was also resolved for a pass. The recurring theme is not component failure but degraded protective covers and minor corrosion, promptly addressed before each successful re-test. The mileage profile is notably low for a 15-year-old vehicle. The 5,197-mile increase between the February 2024 pass at 67,181 miles and the February 2026 pass at 74,948 miles equates to roughly 2,600 miles per annum in the most recent period, down from the longer-term average of approximately 5,000 miles per year. The tight six-mile gap between the February 2026 failure and pass readings confirms the re-test occurred on the same day, consistent with minor rectification work. No significant mileage gaps or anomalies appear in the record. Buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages. While the dust covers have been replaced, the underlying joints themselves may have been exposed to contamination during the periods the covers were missing or insecure, potentially accelerating wear. The February 2024 advisory for a corroded offside rear coil spring warrants a close visual check of all coil springs for cracking or corrosion, particularly at the spring seats. The exhaust system also deserves attention, given the recurring corrosion flagged on the centre clamp in 2024 and the rear sleeve bands in 2025. A thorough underbody inspection for structural corrosion, especially around suspension mounting points and the exhaust system, remains prudent.