2014 Skoda Yeti 1.2L Petrol · YH14 DVL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the most recent April 2026 test at 132,097 miles, it failed that same inspection due to worn anti-roll bar linkage bushes and a failing tyre. The persistence of a non-excessive oil leak from 2024 through 2026 suggests a known issue that has been monitored but not yet rectified during Routineicing intervals. At 132,097 miles, the Yeti has averaged approximately 11,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The records show consistent annual mileage accumulation, with roughly 13,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 12,000 miles in the following year. This regularity suggests the car is used consistently, though the high mileage places significant demand on wear-related components. A physical inspection must prioritise the front suspension and braking system. The history repeatedly flags the offside front tyre for being worn on the inner edge in both 2025 and 2026, which strongly indicates an alignment issue or worn geometry that requires professional adjustment. The March 2025 failure revealed multiple brake defects, including thin front pads, pitted discs, and a binding offside rear caliper. A buyer should verify that these braking components have been fully overhauled and that the parking brake efficiency now meets the DVSA minimum requirements. The recurring oil leak noted over the last three years warrants close scrutiny to determine if it originates from a simple cover gasket or a more significant seal. Given the failure of the anti-roll bar linkages in the latest test, the buyer should check all other rubber bushes and joints for play or tearing to ensure the suspension system is not nearing the end of its life.