2010 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Diesel · OE10 AAJ

The 2025‑11‑27 MOT at 121,638 miles records a pass, but the same‑day failure at 121,637 miles flags headlamp aim errors, tyre wear at the legal limit, front brake pads under 1.5 mm and excessive parking brake lever movement, showing that the vehicle’s condition is deteriorating rather than stabilising. With a 2010 registration the 121,638‑mile odometer equates to roughly 7,600 miles per year, a rate typical for a sixteen‑year‑old car. Mileage has increased steadily since 2019, rising about 4,500 miles each year, and the only notable jump occurred between the 2018 and 2019 tests when the count climbed by approximately 14,000 miles, suggesting a period of heavier use. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension components – the off‑side shock absorbers for oil misting, the near‑side MacPherson strut bushes and ball joints for play, and the rear shock casings for damage – while also measuring front brake pad thickness, checking tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, and verifying that the parking brake lever has proper reserve travel. Confirmation that the engine management light is off and that oil leaks remain minor will also be essential to assess overall mechanical health.