2014 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · DT14 KSJ

The 2014 Skoda Yeti presents a stable and currently sound roadworthiness status. The most recent test, conducted on 11 August 2025 at 115,379 miles, passed with zero defects, indicating the vehicle met all safety and emissions standards at that time. The maintenance trend over the last three years shows a clear improvement, moving from advisories and failures to a fully clean bill of health, suggesting the previous owner addressed the outstanding issues promptly. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the August 2023 test at 99,371 miles and the August 2024 test at 108,448 miles, the vehicle covered 9,077 miles in twelve months. The subsequent period from August 2024 to August 2025 saw a further 6,931 miles added, bringing the total to 115,379. This equates to roughly 8,000 miles per annum recently, which is slightly below the vehicle's lifetime average of approximately 9,600 miles per year, pointing to lighter recent use rather than any concerning gaps in the record. A buyer inspecting this Yeti in person should focus on the front drivetrain and wheel arch areas. In August 2024, both the nearside and offside front outer constant velocity joint boots were severely deteriorated, a fault that typically leads to grease contamination and joint wear if left unresolved. Although the clean 2025 pass implies these boots were replaced, a buyer should verify the integrity of the new boots and check the driveshaft joints for any play or clicking during a tight-turn test. The same 2024 failure also flagged a loose wheel arch inner trim fouling the front brake hose, which was resecured. Inspect the nearside front wheel arch liner for secure fastening and examine the brake hose for any signs of chafing or damage caused by prior contact. The August 2023 failure for both front tyres falling below the 1.6mm tread depth is a common consumable issue rather than a structural concern, but it warrants a check on the current tyre condition and alignment. Uneven wear patterns on the replacement tyres could indicate tracking or suspension geometry issues not yet flagged by an MOT. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around the sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points, remains advisable despite the recent clean test.