2019 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · FT19 FSU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of developing mechanical wear and deferred attention. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 44,474 miles passed, the presence of a nail in the nearside rear tyre suggests a lack of proactive consumable inspection. This follows a pattern of recurring defects in previous years, showing that while the car is functional, the owner tends to respond to MOT failures rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,350 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 9,000 miles between June 2022 at 27,009 miles and June 2023 at 36,383 miles, followed by a steady increase of 8,000 miles in the following year. This relatively low annual mileage suggests less strain on the drivetrain and engine components, but it can also lead to dry rot in rubber components if the vehicle has sat stationary for long periods between tests. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the steering and suspension assembly. The tester flagged a deformed offside steering arm in both 2023 at 36,383 miles and an offside steering arm in 2024 at 38,224 miles. Although these were deemed serviceable at the time, the recurrence of steering-related defects suggests potential issues with impact damage or component fatigue. The buyer should check for play in the steering rack and uneven tyre wear which would indicate the geometry is out of alignment. The windscreen is a recurring point of concern, noted in three consecutive tests from 2023 through 2025. While these chips did not obstruct the driver's view sufficiently, the persistence of the damage indicates it may spread due to temperature changes or vibration. Given the recent advisory regarding the nail in the tyre, a full inspection of all tyre tread depths and sidewalls is required to ensure the structural integrity of the rubber is not compromised beyond the single flagged fault.