2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · E26 CAS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with an improving maintenance trend following recent reactive repairs. The most recent test in September 2025 at 42,940 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. While the history shows intermittent failures regarding wear and tear components, the latest clean pass suggests the vehicle currently meets all statutory safety standards without immediate remedial requirements. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,771 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between September 2023 at 21,037 miles and September 2024 at 31,108 miles, where the car covered 10,000 miles in a single year. This period of higher activity correlates with the defects found in the September 2024 test, whereas the earlier years show much lower usage patterns consistent with a vehicle that sits for low mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking systems given the history of faults. The September 2024 test flagged a corroded nearside rear brake pipe covered in grease, which often indicates an attempt to mask a leak or deep-seated corrosion. Additionally, the 2023 failure regarding damaged track rod end dust covers and the 2024 report of inner edge tyre wear suggest that the alignment or suspension geometry may require monitoring. Inspect for any new signs of perished rubber boots and check the brake lines to ensure the low-mileage usage has not led to accelerated degradation of hydraulic components.