2016 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · DF16 KCY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in March 2026 at 80,371 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a missing wheel fixing and an inoperative reversing lamp. While the car passed after immediate rectification, the presence of advisories for a noisy offside front wheel bearing and a perishing nearside rear tyre suggests that components are beginning to reach the end of their functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between February 2024 at 59,504 miles and March 2026 at 80,371 miles, the car covered over 20,000 miles, showing a slight increase in usage compared to previous years. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is regularly driven, which helps prevent internal components from seizing, though it also explains the accelerated wear seen on the braking system noted in the records. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system, as the records show a recurring issue with pitted and scored discs on both the offside rear in 2024 and the rear pair in 2025. This indicates the owner has waited until the components showed significant surface degradation before replacing them. The advisory for the offside front wheel bearing from the March 2026 test requires immediate physical verification, as a noisy bearing often precedes mechanical failure if left ignored. Furthermore, the non-excessive oil leak flagged in the March 2026 test should be monitored to ensure it does not escalate into a major gasket or seal failure.