2015 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · ND64 XMY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 95,996 miles passed, it followed a failure just three days prior for multiple mechanical defects. The presence of a defective front exhaust mounting, an excessive oil leak, and rear axle corrosion in the 2025 record suggests that the owner is only addressing faults when they threaten an MOT certificate, rather than performing preventative maintenance on aging components. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year over its eleven-year life. The data shows steady accumulation, moving from 82,297 miles in September 2023 to 90,499 miles in late 2024, and reaching 95,996 miles last year. This regular use is typical, but the low mileage does not prevent the natural degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces, which is evidenced by the recurring suspension issues noted in the history. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension and structural integrity due to a history of failures. The tester flagged nearside front Macpherson strut top bushes and shock absorber leaks in 2023, followed by anti-roll bar joints and arm bushes in 2024. These recurring faults suggest the front-end components are reaching the end of their service life. Furthermore, the corrosion on the rear axle recorded in 2025 requires a close-up underbody check to ensure rust has not progressed into structural decay, which would eventually necessitate a costly axle replacement. The oil leak noted in 2025 should also be monitored to determine if it is a minor seep or a developing gasket failure.