2016 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · GD16 GXY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the test in May 2026 at 103,046 miles, it failed just three miles prior due to multiple mechanical defects. The tester identified excessively worn bushes on both front lower suspension arms and a broken exhaust system clamp, alongside oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. This suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults once they resulted in an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between 2019 and 2022, the car maintained a remarkably clean record with no recorded defects for several years. However, as the vehicle crossed the 80,000-mile mark, the frequency of failures increased. The jump from 78,380 miles in 2023 to 95,590 miles in 2025 shows standard usage, which often accelerates components reaching the end of their service life. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the newly replaced bushes have been fitted correctly and that the oil misting on the nearside shock absorber does not progress to a leak. The exhaust system should be checked for secure mounting to prevent future failures. Given the history of a binding nearside rear brake in 2025 and thin front pads in 2023, the entire braking system requires a check for uneven wear or caliper sticking to ensure no other latent issues remain.