2016 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · BD66 VLP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward reactive repairs. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 61,825 miles, it followed a failure just four days prior at 61,796 miles. The primary concern is a front service brake imbalance of 22%, which sits exactly at the legal limit for passing. This indicates the braking system is operating on the edge of its safety parameters and requires immediate professional attention to prevent a future failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year over its ten-year life. Between September 2022 and September 2023, the car covered roughly 8,500 miles with a perfectly clean record. However, the vehicle then covered over 18,000 miles between September 2023 and October 2025. This recent increase in usage correlates with the appearance of mechanical wear, specifically regarding the suspension and braking components that were previously absent from the test results. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the 2024 test flagged worn arm pins and bushes on both front sides. Although these were not failures at the time, rubber components degrade over time, which affects handling and tyre wear. You should also check the rear tyres for cracking or perishing, as the 2024 advisory noted age damage that often occurs on vehicles that have sat for extended periods. Given the recent brake imbalance, the discs and calipers should be inspected for uneven wear or seized pistons to ensure the system is not just barely meeting the minimum legal requirement.