2013 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · GX13 WDU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in June 2026 at 98,134 miles resulted in a pass, it failed just one day prior for headlamp aim, a tyre defect, and suspension bushing wear. The recurring nature of suspension arm issues and lighting failures across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There are no significant gaps in usage, with the car progressing from 44,795 miles in 2017 to over 98,000 miles by mid-2026. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components like suspension bushes and tyres, as evidenced by the persistent debonding of front arm bushes noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the inner back arm bushes have been flagged as worn or debonded repeatedly since 2022, indicating a long-term issue that has not been fully rectified. The braking system also requires scrutiny; the record shows imbalanced rear brakes in 2023 and insufficient parking brake travel in 2021. While these were passed later, the mechanical components may be nearing the end of their life or adjusted. Furthermore, the history of a major exhaust leak in 2022 suggests the exhaust system should be checked for structural corrosion or poor repairs that may have developed since that test.