2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · AE11 LAB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension and steering component wear. In the most recent test in February 2026 at 95,184 miles, the car passed with advisories for slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage and the nearside track rod end. This represents a progression from the steering-related issues noted in previous years, suggesting that the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its functional life and requires proactive monitoring. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. There is a notable gap of over 18,000 miles between the 2023 test at 57,454 miles and the 2024 test at 75,590 miles, which marks a period of higher usage. While the overall mileage is reasonable for a 12-year-old car, the frequency of failures in the last two years suggests that the increased movement has accelerated the degradation of various rubber bushes and ball joints. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end geometry, as the history showsing faults with suspension arm bushes, track rod ends, and drag links across multiple test cycles. The 2024 failure specifically highlighted heavily worn suspension arm bushes and a noisy offside front wheel bearing; therefore, the current play in the steering components should be checked for clearance or vibration. Additionally, the previous advisory for uneven tyre wear in early 2024 indicates a potential alignment issue that should be verified to prevent premature tyre replacement.