2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · N800 AHF

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a recent trend toward resolving significant mechanical failures, though it remains subject to recurring consumable wear. The most recent test on 26 January 2026 at 116,383 miles shows a pass, but the tester flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm bush. While this was not noted as having excessive movement, it follows a period of instability. The vehicle underwent a major failure in May 2024 at 111,642 miles involving multiple critical issues including exposed tyre cords, thin brake pads, and suspension component wear. Since that failure, the 2025 test at 111,683 miles showed no defects, suggesting the previous maintenance issues were addressed, even if minor wear is beginning to re-emerge. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per year. The record shows steady usage without significant periods of dormancy. Between August 2022 and August 2023, the mileage increased by roughly 12,000 miles, and the jump from 96,372 miles in August 2022 to 116,383 miles in January 2026 indicates a regular driving pattern. This steady use explains the predictable degradation of components like tyres, brake discs, and suspension bushes seen throughout the history. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking systems. The MOT history shows a persistent pattern of issues with suspension bushes, anti-roll bar linkages, and shock absorber leaks, specifically noted in 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2024. The braking system has also been a recurring concern, with records of binding calipers, imbalanced rear brakes, and insufficient pedal travel appearing in 2019, 2020, 2023, and 2024. Given the recent advisory regarding the nearside front suspension bush, a thorough check of all suspension mounting points and the condition of the dampers is necessary. Electronic systems also warrant scrutiny. The 2022 failure at 96,371 miles highlighted faults with the engine management light, electronic stability control, and the tyre pressure monitoring system. While these were passed in subsequent tests, the history suggests intermittent electronic or sensor-related issues. Ensuring the dashboard warning lights function correctly and the TPMS is fully operational is a vital step before purchase.