2016 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · GV65 YTL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on 29 December 2025 at 58,263 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent period of instability following a failure just six days prior. At 58,216 miles, the tester identified a serious fluid leak from the offside front shock absorber and exposed ply or cords on the offside front outer tyre. While these issues were addressed to achieve the subsequent pass, the sudden appearance of these faults indicates a component failure shortly before the test deadline. The mileage profile reflects a low-use pattern for a ten-year-old SEAT IBIZA, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual progression, moving from 43,695 miles in January 2023 to 58,263 miles by late 2025. This low annual mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain components, though it can also lead to the degradation of rubber components and dry seals if the vehicle has sat for long periods between uses. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside front suspension assembly to ensure the shock absorber was replaced with a high-quality unit and not merely patched. The previous 2024 advisory regarding a cut tyre followed by the 2025 failure for exposed cords suggests the previous owner may have neglected tyre maintenance until they reached a critical state. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical check for cracking in suspension bushes and corrosion on brake lines is necessary, as these areas often suffer on low-mileage cars that remain stationary frequently.