2014 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · SA14 ENJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 71,274 miles resulted in a pass with an advisory for a poor condition centre exhaust clamp. This follows a failure in September 2024 due to a blown offside rear lamp and significant corrosion on the underside. While the immediate failures have been rectified, the recurring mention of corrosion-related issues suggests the structural integrity is beginning to require close monitoring. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,274 miles is low, averaging approximately 5,940 miles per year. This usage pattern appears consistent across the records, with roughly 8,600 miles covered between July 2022 and September 2024. However, low mileage on an older vehicle often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and accelerated surface corrosion. The data shows the car has likely sat for extended periods, which may contribute to the pitted brake discs and the surface rust noted in the inspection records. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the chassis and underside to assess the extent of the corrosion flagged in 2024. Previous tests identified play in the front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints in 2022 and oiling on the offside front shock absorber in 2023; these suspension components should be checked for signs of further wear or seal failure. Additionally, the braking system shows a history of uneven wear, with noted thinning pads and scored discs across multiple axles. The front oil leak mentioned in 2023 has not been explicitly cleared in later tests, so the engine bay should be inspected for active signs of gasket seal failure upon purchase.