2015 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · FX15 EER

A distinct pattern of recurring initial test failures on basic maintenance items and persistent, unaddressed advisories dominates the vehicle history of this 2015 Skoda Yeti. On 29 January 2026, the vehicle secured a pass at 72,289 miles, but only following an initial failure the previous day due to deeply cut rear tyres and an inoperative rear fog lamp switch. This reflects a repeated trend observed across previous inspection cycles in 2023 and 2024, where initial tests were failed for severe suspension damper failure, illegal tyre tread depth, or incorrect headlamp aim, while minor advisories such as damaged seat belt components and deteriorating brake discs were routinely carried over between tests. Accumulating 72,289 miles over approximately eleven years equates to an average annual usage of roughly 6,570 miles, which is entirely typical for a crossover of this age. This steady, moderate mileage profile generally indicates that major drivetrain components and structural chassis members have not been subjected to extreme commercial or long-distance stress. However, the timeline reveals that wear on chassis consumables, particularly front shock absorbers and braking surfaces, has accumulated gradually over time. The complete absence of multi-year testing gaps confirms continuous road deployment without extended periods of static storage. Immediate focus during a pre-purchase evaluation must be directed toward the braking system and safety restraints. The latest MOT record flags both front brake discs as worn and pitted, alongside a recorded fluctuation in the front service brake effort. On a road test, the buyer should evaluate the brake pedal feel for pulsation or judder under light-to-moderate braking, which indicates disc thickness variation or warping, and check for steering wheel shimmy or pulling to one side. Furthermore, the offside front seat belt buckle casing has been continually flagged as missing or damaged since 2022; the mechanism must be physically tested to ensure the buckle latches securely, releases smoothly, and retains the tongue firmly under load. The history also highlights significant previous repairs within the front suspension, where shock absorbers progressed from fluid misting in 2021 to a complete lack of damping force by 2023. During a test drive over rough road surfaces or speed bumps, listen for knocking, creaking, or metallic clanking from the front lower suspension bushes, top mounts, and anti-roll bar drop links, while watching for excessive nose-dive or body float. Given the history of severe tyre cuts, illegal tread depths, and edge wear, all four fitted tyres should be thoroughly inspected for matching specifications, uneven shoulder wear, and sidewall integrity. Finally, all cabin switches, specifically the rear fog lamp operation, should be cycled to confirm electrical integrity.