2006 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · FH55 PVE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT pass on January 26,2026, at 56,171 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently passed inspections without recorded defects in recent years. While the record shows failures in both January 2025 and 2026, the lack of specific recorded defects on those failures suggests either administrative errors or minor issues rectified immediately before the retest, rather than systemic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,800 miles per year. Between January 2024 at 55,674 miles and January 2025 at 56,009 miles, the car covered only 335 miles in a full year. This minimal usage indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber seals, perished fluid hoses, and potential corrosion on the brake discs due to lack of regular use. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on signs of age and low-mileage storage. Check for perished suspension bushes, cracked tyre sidewalls, and seized calipers which often occur despite low mileage. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural rust on the sills and wheel arches is essential, as the MOT only inspects for significant corrosion. Ensure the fluids are clean and that the fuel has not absorbed moisture during long periods of inactivity.