2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · ND64 LBZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the suspension and braking systems. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 68,073 miles passed, it followed a failure just one mile prior due to a windscreen washer and persistent shock absorber leaks. This mirrors a significant failure in December 2024 at 61,050 miles, where the car suffered from critical brake issues including a binding offside rear caliper, a leaking wheel cylinder, and low brake fluid levels, alongside a major exhaust leak. The mileage profile is consistently low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 12,884 miles in 2017 to 68,073 miles in late 2025. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing tyre noted in 2020 and the recurring wear on front suspension arm bushes identified across multiple tests between 2021 and 2024. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front shock absorbers, as they have been misting oil since at least 2018 and show no sign of being replaced. The braking system requires close scrutiny given the severe failures in 2024 involving cylinders and lever adjustment; the buyer should check for residual fluid leaks or uneven pad wear. Additionally, the exhaust flexi-pipe flagged for a minor leak in 2024 should be verified to ensure the corrosion has not progressed into a structural failure.