2014 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · NG63 XAE

The 2014 Skoda Yeti presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 8 September 2025 at 48,704 miles passing with zero defects. Every recorded test in the available history, spanning from June 2022 through September 2025, has resulted in a pass with no advisories or failures. This is a strong indicator of consistent mechanical upkeep and no recurring faults. The vehicle has not presented any defect across four consecutive annual test cycles, suggesting the powertrain, braking system, suspension, and structural integrity have remained within acceptable tolerances throughout. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the June 2022 test at 40,651 miles and the September 2025 test at 48,704 miles, the vehicle covered just 8,053 miles over a three-year window, averaging roughly 2,684 miles per year. Across its full twelve-year lifespan, the total of 48,704 miles equates to approximately 4,059 miles annually, well below the UK average. The mileage progression is steady and linear with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps, indicating regular rather than sporadic use. The single failed test on 25 June 2024 at 46,348 miles recorded no defects and was followed by a clean pass the very next day at 46,349 miles, pointing to a retest after a minor administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection focused on areas that MOT tests only sample. The underbody and sills deserve close attention, as corrosion can develop on the Yeti's steel structure, particularly around the rear wheel arches and subframe mounting points, even when it has not yet reached an MOT failure threshold. The suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for perishing, given that low-mileage vehicles often suffer from age-related deterioration rather than wear. Brake discs and pads may show lipping or surface corrosion from extended stationary periods, which can cause binding that a single test visit might not fully reveal. The exhaust system and DPF, if fitted, warrant inspection given the short-trip usage pattern implied by the low annual mileage. Incomplete regeneration cycles can lead to soot loading and eventual DPF failure, a costly issue not always visible in a standard MOT emissions snapshot. Tyre condition should be verified for sidewall cracking and date codes, as rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth. Overall, the documentary record is exemplary, but the low-mileage profile demands an inspection regime that prioritises age-related decay over mechanical wear.