2003 SEAT IBIZA1.2L Petrol

The vehicle is currently without a valid MOT, as the last recorded test was on August 21, 2023. The maintenance trend is inconsistent, characterized by a pattern of failing tests on basic consumables and lighting before passing on the same day. The August 2023 test at 67,965 miles flagged a worn offside front tyre and a perished anti-roll bar linkage dust cover, suggesting a reactive rather than proactive approach to maintenance. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,955 miles per year. Between August 2014 at 49,895 miles and August 2023 at 67,965 miles, the car covered only 18,070 miles over nine years. This low usage often indicates long periods of standing, which can lead to perished rubber components, seized calipers, and degraded fluids. A buyer must scrutinize the suspension and chassis. The record shows a history of shock absorber issues, with the nearside front flagged for oil misting in August 2020 and the offside front in August 2021. The recurring mention of a deteriorated rear registration plate from 2019 through 2022 suggests a lack of attention to minor cosmetic and legal details. Mechanical inspection should focus on the exhaust system and engine seals. The tester flagged exhaust leaks in 2015, 2017, and 2018, and noted a nearside front oil leak in August 2022 at 64,850 miles. Given the age and low mileage, the buyer should check for structural corrosion and ensure the braking system has not seized due to inactivity.