2011 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · CE11 VHK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a period of significant neglect followed by reactive repairs. While the most recent test in July 2024 at 166,454 miles passed with only a minor advisory for a nearside front suspension arm ball joint, this follows a sharp decline following a major failure in August 2023. That failure identified multiple critical defects across the braking, suspension, exhaust, and drivetrain systems, suggesting the previous owner only addressed faults once they failed an inspection rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage profile shows a consistent usage pattern of approximately 11,000 miles per year, which is typical for a 15-year-old vehicle. Between August 2022 and August 2023, the car covered 3,628 miles, while it added another 4,448 miles in the year leading up to the 2024 test. This steady-mile accumulation correlates with the heavy wear-and-tear components noted in the records, particularly regarding the shock absorbers and wheel bearings. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows a recurring issue with ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages spanning from 2023 to 2024. The 2023 failure highlighted serious fluid leaks in the rear shock absorbers and rough wheel bearings on both front corners; these should be checked for signs of premature failure or poor repair quality. Additionally, the history of a major exhaust leak and ABS faults in 2023 indicates that the electronic braking systems and structural mounting were once compromised, requiring a diagnostic check to ensure no underlying faults remain.