2014 Skoda Yeti 1.6L Diesel · MT14 TFX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in January 2026 at 74,498 miles identified a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft CV boot. While the car passed, this fault follows a significant failure in February 2025 where multiple safety-critical issues including weakened seat belts and exposed tyre cords were flagged. The pattern suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical defects once they threatened an MOT failure. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-use vehicle of its age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 55,881 miles and January 2026 at 74,498 miles, the car covered 18,617 miles, showing steady usage. However, the one-year gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows regular annual inspections. The low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components through age-related drying, which aligns with the perished tyres and deteriorated CV boot noted in the records. A buyer must personally inspect the front drivetrain assembly to ensure the deteriorated CV boot has been replaced and that grease has not leaked from the joint. The 2024 advisory regarding thin nearside rear brake pads necessitates a physical check of the remaining friction material and disc condition to rule for uneven wear or binding. Given the previous failure for cut seat belt webbing in 2025, verify that all seatbelts are free of fraying or structural cuts that might be missed during subsequent repairs. Furthermore, because the vehicle has a history of tyre-related issues and perished rubber, a thorough check of the sidewalls and manufacture dates on all four tyres is essential to ensure no dry rot is present.