2017 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · BC11 ADC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While the car passed its most recent test on 13 June 2026 at 44,217 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior. That failure identified multiple critical safety issues including fractured coil springs, thin brake pads, and structurally compromised tyres. The trend is currently unstable, as the owner appears to only address mechanical faults when they trigger a failure during the annual inspection. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. Between June 2024 at 32,909 miles and June 2026 at 44,217 miles, the car covered 11,308 miles. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and the accumulation of corrosion, which is evidenced by the structural concerns noted on the rear suspension arms despite the low distance travelled. A physical inspection must focus on the recurring suspension and braking issues identified. The June 2026 test flagged both front coil springs as fractured and noted oil misting on the offside front shock absorber, which requires a close check to ensure the seal failure is imminent. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding a binding nearside rear service brake suggests potential issues with caliper sticking or slider pins that should be verified to prevent uneven pad wear or future failure. The presence of corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear suspension arms is a long-term concern. Although classified as not seriously weakened in the latest report, corrosion on these components progresses over time. The buyer should also verify the condition of the windscreen and wiper blades, as these have been flagged as faulty across multiple years, indicating a consistent neglect of basic exterior maintenance items.