2012 Skoda Yeti 2.0L Diesel · YF12 ABK
2012 Skoda Yeti (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 84,789 miles. MOT valid until 05 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA YETI
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (12 Mar 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,789 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF12 ABK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2026
- 84,789 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
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YF12 ABK MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Skoda Yeti (YF12 ABK) between June 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
YF12 ABK Mileage History
- 03/06/202472,650 mi
- 09/06/202579,943 mi+7,293 mi
- 09/06/202579,943 mi
- 17/04/202684,774 mi+4,831 mi
- 07/05/202684,789 mi+15 mi
Average of roughly 6,306 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and a fresh mechanical inspection before purchase. This 2012 Skoda Yeti diesel has a recent clean MOT but a history of brake and suspension faults that should be verified as properly repaired.
Before buying this Yeti, request evidence that the April 2026 MOT failures were properly fixed: new near-side rear brake pads, both front brake discs, and a near-side front coil spring. The May 2026 pass with no defects suggests these were addressed, but a independent inspection is wise given the repeated brake issues in 2025 and 2026. Check the service history for regular oil changes and cambelt interval on the 1.9/2.0 TDI-engine platform, as no such records are provided here. Negotiate on price if the recent repairs cannot be evidenced, as a broken coil spring and thin pads indicate deferred maintenance that may extend beyond the MOT items.
As a 1968cc diesel registered in 2012, this Yeti falls in a later EU5 emissions band with standard rate road tax for pre-2017 diesel (currently £195 per year). Insurance group for a Yeti diesel of this era is typically moderate, and real-world fuel economy of 45-55 mpg is realistic for mixed driving. Annual maintenance should budget for brake and suspension parts given the MOT history; estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance and typical upkeep is £1,000-£1,300.
Inspect the front brake discs closely despite the May 2026 pass, as the April 2026 failure noted 'significantly and obviously worn both sides' and the 2025 test flagged pitted or scored discs. Verify the near-side front coil spring replacement from the April 2026 failure, checking for correct seating and no damage to the strut mount. Check the near-side rear brake pad thickness and confirm headlamp aim is correct following the 2025 high-aim failure. General checks should include underbody corrosion given the 14-year age and diesel usage in UK conditions.
This black 1968cc diesel Skoda Yeti (YF12ABK) was first registered in June 2012 and has covered 84,789 miles as of its last MOT in May 2026. The MOT history shows two failures in the past two years, including broken coil spring, worn brake discs and thin brake pads, although the most recent test passed with no defects. Without model aggregate data, assessment relies on the individual history, which suggests reasonable use for a 14-year-old vehicle but recurring brake and suspension attention.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the Skoda Yeti, so reliability assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history showing brake and suspension faults.
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