2016 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · CF16 NXZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a concerning trend of deferred suspension and brake repairs. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 123,270 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just four days prior. The record indicates that the offside rear service brake was excessively binding and the wheel bearing was untestable during that failure. This sequence suggests a pattern where the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 123,270 miles over ten years, this Yeti has averaged approximately 12,300 miles per annum. This sits slightly above the UK national average and indicates consistent heavy use of the vehicle. The data shows steady mileage accumulation, with nearly 16,000 miles covered between July 2024 and July 2025. Such high-frequency usage, combined with the vehicle's age, typically accelerates the wear on rubberized components and damping systems, which is reflected in the recurring issues noted in the inspection history. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as both nearside and offside shock absorbers have been weeping oil since at least July 2024. While light misting is currently an advisory, the persistence of this issue over multiple years suggests the seals are nearing failure. The offside rear brake assembly requires specific scrutiny; the history shows a progression from a binding brake to an excessively binding failure, necessitating a check that the caliper or mechanism has been properly serviced or replaced rather than merely lubricated. Furthermore, the buyer should check the offside rear coil spring, which was recorded as fractured in 2024, to ensure there are no signs of stress or corrosion on the opposite side. The previous mention of missing rear passenger seats in 2023 suggests the vehicle may have been used for commercial or utilitarian purposes. Given the high mileage and the recurring suspension-related faults, a thorough check of the suspension bushings and structural integrity of the subframe is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from hidden fatigue.