2006 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · EO06 AEE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in November 2023 at 101,749 miles passed with no defects, it followed a significant failure on the same day. That failure identified multiple critical suspension issues, including worn anti-roll bar linkages and lower suspension arm ball joints, a rough wheel bearing, and defective headlamp lenses. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they fail an MOT inspection rather than following a preventative schedule. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a visible gap in the data between November 2021 at 73,492 miles and November 2023 at 101,749 miles, where the car covered nearly 28,000 miles. Such intermittent use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and dry seals, which is consistent with the recurring issues of deteriorated bushes and worn ball joints noted throughout the vehicle's life. A buyer must focus closely on the front suspension assembly, as the record shows a persistent weakness in anti-roll bar links and lower arm bushes dating back to 2015, 2021, and 2023. The fracture of an offside front coil spring in 2021 indicates the suspension components are prone to age-related fatigue. Additionally, the history of fluctuating front brakes and pitted discs in 2015 and 2020 necessitates a thorough check of the braking system and rotor thickness. Given the age of the Ibiza, a physical inspection for structural corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked long-term rust.