2008 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · DA57 XJO

The SEAT Ibiza presents as roadworthy following the most recent DVSA test, a pass recorded on 16 April 2025 at 31,454 miles with no defects listed. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, with every pass showing a clean sheet and no advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions. The duplicate failed entries logged on 16 April 2025 and 22 March 2023 at near-identical mileages carry no recorded defects, indicating administrative or presentation anomalies rather than mechanical faults. At roughly 18 years old the car shows 31,454 miles, an average of about 1,747 miles per year. The record traces 24,012 miles on 22 March 2023, 27,357 miles on 28 March 2024, and 31,454 miles on 16 April 2025. That is steady low annual use with no rapid accumulation and no standing gaps between tests. Sparse clean records suggest light motoring, though low mileage over long periods can allow perished rubber components and structural rust to develop unseen. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of the underbody for corrosion and check suspension arms, coil springs, and brake calipers for binding or seizing from disuse. The tester logged no advisories, but the 2008 chassis is prone to sill and subframe rust where moisture sits. Verify the two failed entries with no defects reflect clerical error, not suppressed faults. Given the clean passes and low owner mileage, previous keepers appear to have maintained basic test compliance. Physical checks on tyres, wiper blades, and fluid condition remain sensible before purchase.