2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · AM52 MCL

The 2026‑03‑17 MOT at 44,114 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle remains roadworthy and that the maintenance trend has stabilized after the earlier failure. Mileage has risen from 27,137 miles in March 2023 to 44,114 miles by March 2026, an average of about 4,900 miles per year, which is low for a 2017 model and suggests limited usage or extended periods of inactivity. The intervals between tests are roughly twelve months, with a notable jump of 4,139 miles between the March 2023 and March 2024 tests, followed by a rapid increase of 6,837 miles over the subsequent twelve months. Recurring issues flagged in earlier records include a binding offside front service brake, an insecure exhaust system, and tyres worn on the edges close to the legal limit, indicating possible mis‑alignment or worn suspension bushes. The earlier failure on 31 March 2024 at 31,276 miles highlighted these same faults, and the subsequent pass at 31,277 miles suggests that remedial work was carried out, though the underlying cause may still be present. A buyer should therefore inspect the front brake calipers and discs for binding or uneven wear, verify that the exhaust is securely mounted and free of rust, examine tyre tread depth and edge wear for signs of mis‑alignment, and check suspension bushes and coil springs for looseness. Confirming that the recent service resolved the brake binding and exhaust insecurity, and ensuring no new corrosion or structural damage has emerged, will provide confidence in the vehicle’s long‑term reliability.