2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · HT66 AEE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 31 December 2025 at 81,347 miles shows a pass immediately following a failure for bald front tyres and a defective spare wheel. While the car passed its latest inspection, the persistent presence of rear brake disc pitting and corrosion across multiple testing dates over several years suggests that the owner only addresses braking components when they reach a critical point of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between January 2022 and January 2024, during which the car covered 18,530 miles. Since then, the usage has accelerated, with over 25,000 miles recorded between January 2024 and December 2025 tests. This increased rate of mileage suggests the vehicle is in regular use, yet the frequency of MOT defects in the later years indicates that component wear is now occurring more rapidly. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension system, as the January 2022 test flagged worn suspension arm bushes and oil misting on offside front shock absorbers. While these were not mentioned in more recent tests, the recurring nature of suspension wear suggests they may be nearing replacement again. The 2024 failure regarding an inoperative engine management light and high exhaust lambda readings points to past issues with the emissions system or oxygen sensors which should be verified as functional today to ensure the engine is operating efficiently. The rear braking system requires close attention due to the long history of pitted and scored discs, flagged in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2025. The formation of corrosion bands indicates the vehicle may sit for short periods or use the brakes infrequently. Given the recent failure for illegal tyre tread depth in late 2025, the buyer should check the remaining depth and condition of all four tyres, as the history shows a trend of running rubber until they reach the legal limit before replacement.