2014 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · OV64 TWM

The most recent MOT, conducted on 3 February 2026 at 71,850 miles, shows a pass, but the record reveals a maintenance pattern that is inconsistent rather than consistently improving. Several issues flagged in the 2025 tests persist into the 2026 certificate, most notably a minor exhaust gas leak at the centre sleeve due to a broken or loose clamp, a binding nearside rear brake, and a corroded suspension component noted as age-related but not seriously weakened. The tester also flagged a low nearside rear outer brake pad and an offside rear tyre worn on its inner edge, while the TPMS warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle passed, yet the recurrence of these faults across consecutive years suggests reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The mileage progression tells a clear story of very light use. Between the February 2024 test at 64,567 miles and the February 2025 test at 68,259 miles, the Yeti covered roughly 3,692 miles in twelve months. From February 2025 to February 2026, it added only 3,477 miles, bringing the total to 71,850. That equates to under 6,000 miles per year on average since new, which is well below the UK average. Low mileage can preserve structural components, but it also means the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary, which can cause flat-spotting on tyres, sticking brake calipers, and localised corrosion on exposed suspension and exhaust parts. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the rear braking system. The nearside rear service brake has been recorded as binding in every test from 2024 through 2026, and the nearside rear outer pad was described as close to its limit in 2025 and wearing thin again in 2026. This points to a caliper that is not releasing cleanly, dragging the pad and generating uneven heat in the disc. The rear brake discs were already flagged as worn in February 2024, so expect reduced disc thickness and possible lipping. The offside rear tyre also shows a recurring inner-edge wear pattern, which suggests the rear axle geometry may be slightly out or that the tyre pressures have not been consistently maintained. The suspension and structural condition deserve close attention. The 2025 failure recorded a fractured offside front coil spring and a split anti-roll bar linkage dust cover, both of which should have been rectified before the retest, but the 2026 advisory for general age-related corrosion on suspension components indicates ongoing exposure to surface rust. The exhaust centre sleeve clamp has been broken or loose since at least February 2025, and while the leak is described as minor, a failing clamp can allow movement that stresses the system and worsens over time. The TPMS warning light has also been present since the most recent test, which could indicate a slow puncture, a sensor fault, or simply unreset pressures after tyre work.