2010 SEAT Ibiza 1.6L Petrol · DY10 OSD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in November 2024 at 45,498 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of mechanical neglect in early 2024. While the car suffered multiple critical failures in February 2024, the subsequent pass in April and the clean sheet in November indicate that the primary issues related to the suspension and braking system were addressed by the previous owner. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,844 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between March 2021 and December 2022, where the car covered only 2,907 miles in twenty months. This low-frequency use explains the recurring issues with seized brake components and rubber perish, as parts often seize or deteriorate when stationary for long periods. The jump of 1,528 miles between April and November 2024 suggests a busier period that followed the mechanical failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking system and exhaust. The record shows a persistent history of corrosion on the rear discs dating back to 2015, with a binding offside rear service brake flagged in both February and April 2024. Although this was cleared, the recurring nature of the fault suggests the calipers may be prone to sticking. Additionally, the exhaust outer skin was noted as corroded in 2018 and 2024, requiring a physical check to ensure structural thinning-through rust has not progressed beyond a surface advisory level. The February 2024 failure for both fractured front coil springs and an ABS warning lamp indicates that the vehicle was driven with significant safety faults. The buyer should verify the integrity of the new springs and the anti-roll bar ball joints previously noted in 2022. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for perished rubber hoses and aged bushings, as these are common points of failure for vehicles that age more than they travel.