2014 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · SN64 NFM

This 2014 Skoda Yeti presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 19 August 2025 at 51,571 miles, passed with zero defects, indicating the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical order. The maintenance trend is clearly improving. A significant failure occurred on 1 August 2024 at 49,791 miles, where both front coil springs were fractured or broken, a serious structural suspension defect. The owner rectified this promptly, as the retest on 7 August 2024 at the same mileage passed cleanly, and the subsequent two annual tests have remained completely clear. This demonstrates a responsible repair of a major fault rather than neglect. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The recorded 51,571 miles equates to an average of roughly 4,298 miles per year. The annual increments between tests are consistent and modest, ranging from approximately 6,000 to 6,500 miles per annum between 2022 and 2024, with the final year showing no mileage increase at all between August 2024 and August 2025. This suggests the vehicle has seen very light use recently, possibly standing for extended periods. While low mileage generally reduces wear on consumables like brake discs and tyres, prolonged inactivity can cause its own issues, such as flat-spotted tyres, sticking brake calipers, or deteriorated rubber components like suspension bushes and track rod ends. A prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The simultaneous failure of both front coil springs is a significant event that warrants close scrutiny of the entire suspension setup. Inspect the replacement springs for correct specification and check the condition of the top and bottom mounts, drop links, and anti-roll bar bushes for any knocks or play resulting from the sudden failure. The 2024 failure also cited an inability to test brake performance, which may have been a secondary issue related to the broken springs preventing a proper roller test. Examine the brake discs, pads, and calipers for any signs of uneven wear, corrosion, or binding, particularly given the vehicle's recent low mileage and potential for standing. Finally, inspect the underbody and sills thoroughly for any corrosion, as a vehicle used sparingly and potentially stored outside may still be susceptible to surface rust in critical structural areas.