2013 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · CE13 LSK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in April 2026 at 93,596 miles with no defects recorded. However, the maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the car has consistently passed tests, the history reveals a persistent pattern of letting components deteriorate until they reach failure thresholds, suggesting that the owner only performs repairs when necessitated by a test failure or an urgent advisory. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The record shows steady usage over time, for example, the 2,753 miles covered between March 2024 and February 2025, and another 2,709 miles between February 2025 and April 2026. This low annual mileage generally reduces overall mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but the long intervals between tests can contribute to the corrosion seen on metal components like brake discs, as noted in the historical data. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front braking system, as pitting and scoring on the discs have been a recurring issue since at least 2019. The tester flagged worn pads and discs across multiple annual tests, indicating that the assembly is often replaced only when severely degraded. Additionally, the failure in 2024 due to a split constant velocity boot on the nearside front drive shaft requires a check to ensure the replacement part is not already perished or leaking grease, which would lead to premature joint failure. The record also highlights a history of neglecting tyres until they reached the legal limit, specifically noted in 2017, 2020, and 2021. The buyer must verify the current tread depth and even wear across all four tyres. While no structural corrosion has been reported to date, a close inspection of the underside chassis and suspension bushes is advisable to ensure that the age of the vehicle has not compromised the integrity of the frame.