2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · C3 MJH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in attention to mechanical detail. The most recent test in March 2026 at 16,698 miles followed an immediate failure just four miles prior due to headlamp alignment issues and suspension bush wear. While the car passed the re-test, the persistent flagging of a worn nearside front suspension arm bush indicates that the rubber components in the front end are beginning to reach the end of life despite the vehicle's low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old car, averaging approximately 1,855 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the gaps between tests, such as the 1,986-mile increase between March 2024 and March 2025. However, such low-frequency use often leads to age-related degradation of materials rather than mechanical wear. This is visible in the recurring reports of perishing and cracking tyres noted in 2021, 2023, and 2024, where the rubber has failed due to time rather than tread depth. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the tester has identified wear on the suspension arm bushes in three of the last four tests (2024, 2026, and 2026). This suggests the vehicle may sit for long periods, causing the bushings to dry out and perish. The buyer should also check for sidew cracking on the current tyres, as the history shows a consistent pattern of tyres failing due to environmental damage. The headlamp alignment failure in March 2026 is a minor adjustment issue, but it suggests the vehicle was not properly prepared prior to its last inspection.