2009 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · FL59 FUG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding wear components. The most recent test in February 2026 at 91,562 miles identified several advisories including a worn front suspension arm bush and perishing rear tyres. While the car passed, the transition from a failure in early 2025 to a pass in early 2026 suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach a legal failure threshold rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 91,562 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,386 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. Between February 2023 and February 2024, the vehicle covered only 847 miles, yet the subsequent February 2025 test revealed multiple failures involving exposed tyre cords and perished rubber. This pattern indicates that the tyres are cracking and failing due to time and long periods of stationary despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with track rod ends, anti-roll bar linkages, and suspension arm bushes. The tester flagged damaged dust covers on track rod ends in 2025, which allows moisture to enter and accelerate joint failure. The exhaust system has also shown instability with a leak in 2024 and a loose silencer in 2025, requiring a physical check to ensure the hangers are not corroded. Given the repeated reports of perishing tyres, a thorough check of the sidewalls for dry cracking is essential before purchase.