2016 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · BV66 JYA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 74,114 miles, this followed a significant failure involving multiple safety-critical defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to a multi-point failure in 2025 suggests that essential maintenance was deferred until inspection time. At 74,114 miles, the ten-year-old Ibiza has averaged approximately 7,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-intensity usage patterns for its age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with only roughly 2,300 miles covered between November 2023 and October 2024, and another 1,700 miles recorded between October 2024 and October 2025. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components but can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber parts over time. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the October 2025 test flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm pin or bush. Although this did not cause a failure on that occasion, it indicates the start of component fatigue that requires monitoring. The history also shows a failure in 2023 regarding an inoperative parking brake and low efficiency; the buyer should verify that the handbrake remains fully effective and that the mechanism is not seized or requiring excessive adjustment. The tyres represent a major area of concern based on the 2025 failure, which cited four separate issues including a perished offside rear and a cut reaching the cords on the nearside. While these were likely replaced to secure the pass, the presence of perished rubber and uneven wear suggests a lack of basic consumable upkeep. Check the current tread depth and sidewall integrity to ensure the previous owner has not since neglected the tyres again.