2003 SEAT Ibiza 1.9L Diesel · AJ53 PXY

The SEAT Ibiza presents a current roadworthy status with a passed MOT from 25 October 2022 at 144,840 miles, and the maintenance trend appears stable across the recorded history. The most recent test recorded no defects, and no advisories appear in any entry. However, the vehicle failed twice on consecutive days in both 2021 and 2022 before immediate passes, with no defects listed on the failure certificates, which points to administrative or presentation issues at test rather than mechanical faults. Mileage sits at 144,840 as of the last test, equating to roughly 6,300 miles per year since 2003, a typical accumulation for a 23-year-old car. The gap between the October 2021 test at 142,537 miles and October 2022 at 144,840 shows only 2,303 miles covered in a year, indicating light use. The five-mile difference between the failed and passed tests in October 2022 suggests the car was presented for retest almost immediately after the initial attempt. The clean defect record across all four tests means no recurring mechanical or structural concerns such as corroded suspension bushes, worn brake discs, or exhaust issues were formally flagged. The repeated same-day failures with zero recorded defects imply the previous owner may have mishandled paperwork or presented the car without required documentation rather than neglecting upkeep. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and consumable items not captured by MOT pass criteria, given the vehicle's age. Check coil springs, subframe corrosion, and tyre condition in person, as 23 years of service can hide age-related degradation not reflected in a defect-free MOT history.