2014 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · SN64 NDL

This Skoda Yeti presents a classic case of low mileage causing age-related wear rather than mechanical fatigue from driving. While the vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 24 November 2025, the history is concerning. Just three days prior, it failed on a fractured offside front coil spring and seriously weakened front brake discs on both sides. The tester also noted fluctuating brake performance and a tyre light warning. The fact that it passed three days later confirms these parts were replaced, but it highlights how components have degraded despite the car covering only about 38,700 miles. The condition trend is worsening due to age and lack of use. In 2023 and 2024, the tester flagged the nearside rear tyre for perishing and wear, suggesting the car was standing still for long periods. The mileage is roughly 3,200 miles per year, which is very low. This low usage likely caused the brake discs to corrode and weaken, as they were not being used enough to clear surface rust, while the suspension spring may have succumbed to environmental stress rather than road impact. Since the major repairs were done recently, you need to verify the quality of the work.