Skoda Yeti Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Skoda Yeti reliable? We analysed 844,079 real MOT tests across 79,157 vehicles to find out.
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The Skoda Yeti is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Yeti.
Skoda Yeti Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Skoda Yeti. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Skoda Yeti MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Skoda Yeti to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Skoda Yeti Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Skoda Yeti models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Skoda Yeti Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Skoda Yeti owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Skoda Yeti MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Yeti year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 294 | 85.4% | 23,647 | 36,052 | 54,280 |
| 2017 | 85,692 | 88.0% | 23,341 | 35,456 | 51,848 |
| 2016 | 111,810 | 86.5% | 26,593 | 40,436 | 59,134 |
| 2015 | 124,202 | 85.4% | 30,322 | 46,444 | 67,716 |
| 2014 | 136,441 | 85.0% | 33,265 | 51,702 | 75,230 |
| 2013 | 127,451 | 84.5% | 37,864 | 58,604 | 84,746 |
| 2012 | 94,294 | 82.7% | 42,388 | 65,821 | 94,253 |
| 2011 | 82,143 | 81.6% | 42,352 | 67,014 | 96,452 |
| 2010 | 67,041 | 79.6% | 44,616 | 70,579 | 101,575 |
| 2009 | 10,653 | 79.2% | 47,470 | 75,344 | 106,896 |
How Long Does a Skoda Yeti Last?
Based on 79,157 Skoda Yeti vehicles on UK roads.
Skoda Yeti Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Yeti MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Yeti
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.0% MOT pass rate from 85,692 tests
79.2% MOT pass rate from 10,653 tests
The best year to buy a used Skoda Yeti is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.0% across 85,692 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Skoda Yeti Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Yeti THIS CAR | 84.4% | 844,079 | 52,202 mi | 17 yrs |
| Skoda Fabia | 76% | 4,863,673 | 58,216 mi | 26 yrs |
| Skoda Octavia | 77.7% | 3,816,734 | 87,093 mi | 28 yrs |
| Skoda Superb | 80.9% | 755,475 | 79,433 mi | 24 yrs |
| Rover 620 | 63% | 377,508 | 104,214 mi | 33 yrs |
Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Yeti outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Skoda Yeti has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.4% across 844,079 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Skoda Yeti with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Skoda Yeti owner drives around 6,121 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Skoda Yeti models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.