SEAT IBIZA2016 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring issue with engine management systems. While it passed the latest test on 11 June 2026 at 79,503 miles, it failed just ten days prior due to an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Light. This indicates that a specific fault was addressed or cleared immediately before the passing test. The recurrence of the MIL failure across two different years suggests an intermittent sensor issue or wiring fault rather than a one-off component failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The car covered 9,331 miles between May 2024 and June 2025, followed by roughly 11,925 miles between June 2025 and June 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, which is generally beneficial for preventing components like seals and brakes from seizing due to inactivity, while avoiding excessive wear associated with high-mileage long-distance commuting. A buyer must prioritize a thorough diagnostic check of the engine management system to address the repeated failures. The 2024 failure at 58,240 miles also noted high carbon monoxide emissions, which often points to combustion issues, faulty oxygen sensors, or worn spark plugs. Although the vehicle passed subsequently, the underlying cause of the high emissions and the MIL malfunction should be verified. Since the record shows no advisories for structural corrosion or suspension wear, the focus should remain on the mechanical health of the exhaust system and the reliability of the electronic sensors.