2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · KU07 BAS

A recurring cluster of electronic safety system faults and persistent front suspension and brake wear advisories defines the mechanical history of this 2014 SEAT Ibiza. The most recent test on 12 November 2025 initially recorded a failure due to major defects affecting the anti-lock braking system warning lamp, the electronic stability control warning lamp, and the tyre pressure monitoring system, before a same-day retest was recorded as a pass with only a minor advisory for an insecure battery. Prior to this, the 2024 test passed but noted nearside front shock absorber oil misting alongside a broken exhaust clamp, while the 2023 test flagged an offside front wheel bearing with slight roughness and offside front tyre perishing. The 2022 test passed without defect, but the record shows a clear pattern of front-end issues that a prospective buyer should treat as a developing rather than resolved situation, particularly given the three simultaneous major electronic faults recorded in late 2025. The recorded mileage of 56,830 miles across twelve years equates to approximately 4,736 miles annually, which is well below average for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable gap in the testing record between October 2019 and March 2021, suggesting the car was either off the road, exempt from testing, or operated without an MOT during that eighteen-month period, which limits visibility into its condition across that interval. The mileage progression between recorded tests is consistent and gradual, with no sudden spikes that would indicate a discrepancy, but the low annual accumulation combined with the 2025 electronic fault cluster raises the possibility that the vehicle has spent meaningful periods stationary. Prolonged standing can degrade ABS and stability control sensors through corroded connectors and low 12V battery condition, which may have contributed to the November 2025 failures, and rubber components such as suspension bushes and tyres suffer accelerated perishing when not regularly exercised. A test drive should focus on the front suspension, braking system, and electronic safety functions flagged in the record. On the nearside front shock absorber, listen for knocking over uneven surfaces and observe whether the car settles unevenly after pressing each front corner, as the oil misting first noted in 2021 and repeated in 2024 suggests the damper seal has continued to deteriorate. Inspect the offside front suspension arm rear bush, which was noted as worn in 2019; uneven tyre wear on the inside shoulders of the front tyres would indicate the bush has progressed to excessive movement. For the brakes, which have carried advisories for pitted front discs and fluctuating service brake effort since 2019, test for a firm pedal without sponginess, listen for any grinding or scraping from the front calipers, and watch for steering pull under braking, all of which would suggest the discs require replacement rather than the recorded advisory status. The November 2025 ABS, electronic stability control, and tyre pressure monitoring faults warrant particular attention before purchase, as these systems share common wheel speed sensors and wiring that can fail simultaneously on a low-mileage vehicle with age-related corrosion. Request confirmation that the fault codes have been properly diagnosed and cleared with a diagnostic tool, rather than simply reset, and verify the tyre pressure sensors are functional through live readings on a dash menu or by manually checking pressures and observing correct system response. Check the exhaust clamp noted as broken in 2024, ensuring the exhaust is not hanging lower than normal or contacting the underbody, and inspect the battery tray and carrier mount to confirm the insecure battery advisory has been resolved. Finally, examine all tyres closely for sidewall cracking consistent with age rather than just wear, given the perishing advisories recorded on both nearside rear and offside front tyres across consecutive tests.