2015 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · BF65 AHC

Front‑end wear dominates this Yeti’s MOT record, with a persistent advisory for light oil misting from the front shock absorbers and a recurring note that the front brake disc is approaching the wear limit; these two issues have appeared on every test since 2022 and have not progressed to outright failure, while intermittent lighting faults have caused occasional failures but have not recurred on the most recent 22 June 2026 pass. At 72,769 mi the vehicle averages just over 6,600 mi per year, a mileage rate that sits comfortably within normal usage for a 2015 model and shows no evidence of long periods of inactivity or sudden mileage spikes; the annual MOT schedule has been uninterrupted, indicating the car has been driven consistently enough to expose genuine wear patterns rather than hidden deterioration. Prospective buyers should give the front suspension a thorough examination: look for oil stains on the wheel arches or under the vehicle, listen for a soft thud or excessive bounce when passing over bumps, and feel for any looseness or unevenness in the steering response that could signal deteriorating damper seals. The front brake disc, flagged as “worn but not excessively,” should be measured for remaining thickness and inspected for scoring or warping; pedal pulsation, increased stopping distances or a high‑pitched squeal under moderate braking would suggest the disc is nearing the end of its service life and may require resurfacing or replacement soon. The lighting failures recorded – a nearside front headlamp and an offside rear position lamp – point to likely bulb or connector issues rather than systemic electrical faults, but a functional test of all exterior lamps is essential to confirm proper operation and to avoid another MOT failure. A focused pre‑purchase inspection that verifies the condition of the front shocks, measures the brake disc wear, and confirms full lighting functionality will give a clear picture of the immediate remedial work required and help gauge the overall cost of bringing the vehicle to a reliable road‑worthy state.