2018 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · BW67 AEM

The vehicle presents a consistent history of passing tests, with the most recent inspection in January 2026 at 30,172 miles returning no recorded defects. This indicates that the car is currently in a technically roadworthy state. However, the failure in January 2025 at 26,918 miles highlights a specific lapse in steering maintenance. The tester identified insecure track rod end gaiters on both front wheels. This issue was rectified to secure the pass, suggesting the previous owner was responsive to mechanical safety failures once they were flagged. At 30,172 miles over eight years, the Ibiza has averaged approximately 3,770 miles per year. This low-usage profile often results in less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain components, but it introduces risks related to age and stagnation. The January 2025 advisory noted cracking and perishing across all four tyres. This is a common symptom of a vehicle that sits stationary for long periods, as the rubber compound dries out over time regardless of remaining tread depth. The record shows a stable maintenance pattern with mileage increments of roughly 3,000 to 3,500 miles between annual tests. Since the 2025 failure, no further issues with the steering or suspension have appeared, which suggests the initial repair was effective. A buyer should still visually inspect the sidewalls for further dry rot to ensure the tyres have not aged prematurely and check the rubber dust covers on the suspension to ensure the low mileage has not led to unnoticed material degradation.