2015 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · CP15 CME

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension and steering components. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 96,234 miles, this followed a failure just six days prior at 96,129 miles. The tester flagged persistent issues with the front suspension arm bushes and steering rack inner joints that have appeared in various forms since 2025. This indicates that the front-end assembly is experiencing progressive degradation rather than isolated component failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual use for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,750 miles per year. Between May 2023 (69,601 miles) and May 2026 (96,234 miles), the car covered over 27,000 miles. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, but it also accounts for the accelerated wear on rubber components and mechanical joints, as evidenced by the recurring advisories and failures related to age-related parts. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front steering and suspension geometry. The recurring reports of play in the steering rack inner joints and worn suspension arm bushes suggest that significant mechanical work may be required soon to ensure vehicle stability and alignment. Furthermore, the offside front tyre was noted as near the legal limit in the latest test, and previous records show a history of tyre punctures and damage across the set. Given the history of cuts and perishing on multiple tyres, the buyer should check for hidden sidewall damage or structural tyre fatigue that the tester may have overlooked.