2012 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · FD61 YEL

The 2012 Skoda Yeti presents a fully clean MOT record with zero advisories or failures across all five recorded tests, including the most recent pass on the 20th of March 2026 at 49,921 miles. That maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong. No recurring mechanical or structural faults appear at any point in the history, indicating a vehicle that has been kept within acceptable wear tolerances throughout its life. Mileage accumulation is notably low. Between the February 2025 test at 38,365 miles and the March 2026 test at 49,921 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 11,556 miles in just over twelve months, which is a significant jump compared to the prior annual average of around 2,500 miles. Before that, the car sat at approximately 33,551 miles in March 2022 and had only reached 35,872 miles by March 2024, suggesting prolonged periods of very light use or standing. The recent spike in usage is worth noting, as a car that has spent long periods stationary can develop issues unrelated to mileage, such as perished rubber brake hoses, deteriorated suspension bushes, or moisture ingress into electrical connectors. Despite the clean paperwork, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can develop surface corrosion on brake discs, binding handbrake mechanisms, and seized caliper slide pins, none of which always trigger an MOT advisory immediately. The exhaust system, particularly the flexible pipe and mounting rubbers, deserves close attention, as does the condition of all tyres, including the spare, since age-related sidewall cracking can occur regardless of tread depth. Suspension components, including front lower arm bushes and rear trailing arm mounts, should be checked for perishing, as these deteriorate with time as well as mileage. The clean MOT record is a genuinely positive indicator, but it does not substitute for a hands-on inspection. A pre-purchase examination by a qualified mechanic, ideally including a road test over varied surfaces, will confirm whether the mechanical condition matches the paperwork. Given the recent increase in usage, verifying that the clutch, gearbox, and drivetrain are operating smoothly under load is a sensible precaution before committing to purchase.