2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · MAT 777B

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in January 2026 at 66,787 miles resulted in a pass despite defects involving the central stop lamp and both front tyres reaching the legal wear limit. This indicates that while the car remains mechanically operational, the owner is waiting for MOT failures to address basic safety and consumable items rather than replacing them during scheduled service intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. There is a notable gap in the records between October 2022 and February 2024, during which the car covered over 14,000 miles. Since then, usage has accelerated slightly, with 26,203 miles recorded in the last two years. The 2025 failure at 61,402 miles regarding an unsecured bonnet and faulty windscreen wipers suggests a period where minor external hardware and safety latches were neglected prior to the annual inspection. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension and steering components, as the 2026 test noted that tyres were worn on the edge. This pattern often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that require attention. The bonnet latch mechanism must also be checked to ensure the repair from the 2025 failure was robust and not merely a temporary fix. Given the recent lighting and tyre failures, verify the functionality of the high stop lamp and check the remaining depth on all four tyres to ensure they have been replaced since the January test.