2015 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · HT15 AOS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension and braking components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 49,301 miles passed, new defects have emerged including play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint and corrosion on the front suspension arms. This follows a long-term history of oil misting on both front shock absorbers, indicating that the damping units are reaching the end of their functional life despite the low annual mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 6,000 miles driven between July 2024 and July 2025, and another 6,000 miles in the preceding year. However, this low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the perishing and cracking noted on the rear tyres during 2023, which subsequently led to failure in 2024. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front shock absorbers, as they have been flagged for misting since the June 2022 test at 29,579 miles. The recent appearance of ball joint play and arm corrosion suggests the front suspension geometry is now requiring active attention to prevent a future failure. Additionally, the front brake pads were noted as thin in 2025, following a failure for thin rear pads in 2024, indicating that the braking system is being maintained only when reaching critical limits rather than on proactive intervals.