2017 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · LB17 MJY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline into reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 31 May 2025 at 133,277 miles identified a defective offside rear stop lamp lens and a minor exhaust leak. While these issues did not result in a failure, they contrast with the clean record seen in 2024, indicating that minor peripheral components are beginning to require attention after heavy use. The mileage history is highly inconsistent and suggests potential recording errors or periods of inactivity. There is a significant discrepancy between the July 2021 test at 170,014 miles and the May 2023 test at 189,212 miles, which shows nearly 20,000 miles driven in two years. However, the 2024 record of 125,867 miles contradicts these figures entirely. Despite these anomalies, the overall average of 14,809 miles per year is high for a nine-year-old Yeti, placing substantial stress on the drivetrain, turbo, and suspension bushings. A buyer must physically inspect the exhaust system to determine if the minor leak noted in 2025 is a simple gasket failure or deeper corrosion in the manifold. Given the previously pitted rear brake discs recorded in 2020, the entire braking assembly should be checked for thickness and uneven wear to ensure no calipers are binding. High mileage also necessitates a thorough check of the front suspension arm-ball joints and shock absorbers, as these components are common points of failure on Skoda vehicles exceeding the 130,000-mile threshold.