2015 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · EF65 ACU

The Skoda Yeti presents a stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent DVSA test on 8 July 2025 at 41,959 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded. From 21 June 2022 onward, every examination cleared without advisories, confirming a consistent maintenance trend and no worsening mechanical fault. DVSA logged a failure on 26 June 2023 at 32,674 miles with no defects listed, then issued a pass the same day at identical mileage; this signals a clerical anomaly rather than a latent defect. Mileage accumulation reflects light use for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The odometer read 29,379 miles at the 21 June 2022 test, rose to 32,674 miles by 26 June 2023, then 37,073 miles on 2 July 2024 and 41,959 miles on 8 July 2025. Annual coverage sits near 3,800 miles, far below typical averages. Such low figures suggest long stationary periods, which can foster corrosion on structural members and binding in brake calipers despite clean test sheets. A buyer should still inspect typical wear components in person. Check suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking from infrequent flexing, and examine brake discs for rust pitting after idle spells. The tester flagged no exhaust emissions faults, structural integrity concerns or advisories on any test, yet a ramp inspection of sills and subframes remains prudent. The absence of recorded defects implies previous keepers addressed basic consumables promptly, though the 2023 dual entry reflects data noise not deferred servicing. Verify independent service records and assess tyre tread depth, wiper blade condition and fluid intervals before committing.