2011 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · KP11 HFV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in suspension and steering-related components. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 87,589 miles passed, it highlighted a minor defect regarding a registration plate lamp and a pitted rear outer brake disc. This follows a significant failure in June 2024 where the car presented multiple critical mechanical faults. The transition from a clean record in 2022 to a series of failures in 2023 and 2024 suggests that deferred maintenance has become necessary. At 87,589 miles over fifteen years, the Ibiza has averaged only approximately 5,800 miles per year. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age rather than mechanical wear. The data shows a consistent usage pattern between 2022 and 2025, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between annual tests. However, the sudden appearance of worn shock absorbers and suspension bushes indicates that the vehicle is reaching the end of the component service life despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record shows a progression from light oil misting on the offside front shock in 2023 to a serious leak and failure by 2024. Additionally, the previous reports of play in the steering rack inner joints, worn track rod ends, and front suspension arm bushes suggest the entire front-end requires a comprehensive check to ensure handling stability. The pitted rear brake disc noted in 2025 also indicates surface corrosion, common with vehicles that sit stationary, which will eventually require replacement to maintain consistent braking performance.