2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · KX14 UPK

The vehicle presents a marginal roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend that indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. The most recent test in February 2024 at 78,798 miles passed, but only after a significant failure just eight days prior. This failure revealed multiple critical safety issues including exposed cords on a tyre and failed lighting circuits. While the car currently holds a certificate, the presence of so many immediate failures in a single session suggests the owner only addressed faults when legally compelled by the MOT testing process. At 78,798 miles over twelve years, the Ibiza averages approximately 6,500 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical low-mileage usage. However, there is a notable gap in recorded data between October 2022 and February 2023, where the vehicle covered less 1,000 miles in four months, followed by a rapid 10,500-mile stretch between February 2023 and February 2024. This burst of activity correlates with the accelerated wear observed on consumables and suspension components, as seen in the degraded state of the tyres and the track rod end. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front geometry and braking system. The tester flagged play in the nearside front track rod end in early 2024, which should be verified to ensure it was replaced and is not currently affecting steering alignment. The 2023 record of pitted and scored front brake discs indicates that the buyer should check for adequate thickness and signs of corrosion on the rotors. Additionally, the previous failure for an exhaust leak and a broken bracket requires a visual check of the entire manifold and hangers to ensure no structural corrosion or instability remains that could lead to future emission failures.