2003 SEAT Ibiza 1.9L Diesel · MV03 AEM

The vehicle is currently overdue for an MOT test, as the last recorded entry dates back to January 2023. The maintenance trend is worsening, moving from a clean pass in January 2021 to a series of failures involving both electrical and mechanical systems. While the car passed on 13 January 2023 at 165,919 miles, the tester flagged several advisories including a deteriorating nearside rear subframe bush, slight play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint, and a worn offside front tyre. The mileage is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 7,214 miles per year. The record shows a steady increase from 150,940 miles in January 2021 to 165,919 miles by January 2023. This indicates regular use rather than long periods of standing, which typically suggests a higher wear rate on drivetrain and suspension components. A buyer must scrutinize the braking system and suspension. The January 2022 failure highlighted a defective parking brake lever and efficiency below 50 percent, while the January 2023 failure noted an ABS fault. These issues suggest a lack of preventative maintenance on the braking system. The recurring mention of suspension play and subframe bush deterioration indicates that the chassis and suspension geometry are degrading. Particular attention should be paid to the current state of the tyres and the suspension arm ball joints, as these were flagged as worn or failing in the final test. Given the gap since the last MOT, the vehicle may have developed further corrosion or mechanical wear. A physical inspection should prioritize the subframe for structural integrity and the ABS system for current functionality.