2011 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · EK61 AAZ

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend characterized by increasing frequency of mechanical failures in the suspension and tyre components. While the most recent test on 14 August 2025 at 39,651 miles resulted in a pass, the car failed just six days prior at 39,626 miles due to a fractured nearside front coil spring. This failure followed a pattern of recurring issues, including a failed test in August 2024 for a worn offside front suspension arm bush and perishing front tyres. The mileage profile indicates very light usage, averaging approximately 2,643 miles per year over its 15-year lifespan. The recorded distance has climbed steadily from 18,532 miles in September 2015 to the current 39,651 miles in August 2025. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods stationary, which likely contributes to the rubber degradation and perishing seen in the tyre advisories and failures recorded in 2018 and 2024. A prospective buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension geometry and steering components. The MOT history shows a recurring issue with tyre wear, specifically the inner edge wear noted in the August 2025 test, which points to persistent wheel alignment problems or worn suspension bushes. The tester also flagged a serious fluid leak from the offside rear shock absorber in September 2022, following a period of light oil misting in 2021. The exhaust system also requires scrutiny. In September 2021, the vehicle failed due to a major exhaust gas leak at the catalytic converter to centre section sleeve and an excessive lambda reading. Although the car passed subsequent tests, the history of emissions and exhaust failures, combined with the recent suspension fractures, suggests that while the car is currently roadworthy, the ageing rubber components and suspension hardware require close monitoring for premature failure.