2016 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · BD66 VLA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in January 2026 at 78,598 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding a dim nearside daytime running light. This follows a significant improvement after the January 2025 failure where the car failed due to multiple suspension and braking defects. While the current status is passing, the history indicates recurring mechanical issues that required corrective action. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,860 miles per year. The record shows steady accumulation, with 13,296 miles driven between January 2023 and January 2024, and another 9,343 miles between January 2024 and January 2025. This regular use suggests the vehicle is driven consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which explains the progressive wear on rubber components such as suspension bushes and shock absorbers noted in the MOT history. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the tester flagged excessively worn suspension arm bushes and misting shock absorbers across 2024 and 2025. The high hand brake travel and low parking brake efficiency recorded in early 2025 suggest the mechanism or cables may be nearing the end of their adjustment range. Additionally, the history of pitted brake discs and worn tyres in 2023 and 2024 indicates that previous owners often deferred consumable maintenance until a failure was imminent. Verify the current state of the tyres and brake pads to ensure no rapid wear has occurred since the last test.