2012 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · FP12 HPY

The 2012 SEAT Ibiza exhibits a stable and improving maintenance trend, concluding with a completely clean pass on 31 March 2025 at 60,625 miles. The absence of any recorded defects across the entire documented history indicates a vehicle that has remained structurally sound and mechanically compliant. This consistent record suggests the previous owner addressed issues promptly rather than allowing faults to accumulate. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 4,330 miles annually. Between the 1 October 2021 test at 45,558 miles and the 5 January 2024 test at 53,770 miles, the car covered just over 8,000 miles across a 27-month period. The most recent interval between January 2024 and March 2025 shows a slight uptick, covering 6,855 miles in 14 months. This low annual mileage confirms the vehicle has seen predominantly light, short-journey use or extended periods of standing. Despite the flawless MOT record, the exceptionally low mileage warrants a thorough physical inspection of components prone to deterioration from prolonged inactivity. A buyer should closely examine the condition of the tyres for flat-spotting and sidewall cracking, as older rubber perishes regardless of tread depth. Suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links require scrutiny for perishing and splitting, which MOT testers sometimes miss if the degradation is purely age-related rather than causing immediate play. Brake calipers and handbrake mechanisms should be checked for seizure, a common ailment on vehicles that stand for long periods, while the exhaust system and underbody must be inspected for corrosion exacerbated by short, damp journeys that fail to evaporate moisture.