2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · NG17 ADV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in August 2025 at 67,974 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding an offside rear inner tyre. This follows a significant failure in August 2024 where multiple mechanical and structural defects were identified simultaneously. While the vehicle has cleared its immediate major faults, the recurring nature of suspension and brake issues suggests the car is entering a phase where aging components require frequent attention. At 67,974 miles over nine years, the Ibiza has averaged approximately 7,550 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for its age. The record shows a consistent usage pattern between 2020 and 2023, where the vehicle covered steady distances without failing. However, the jump of nearly 8,000 miles between September 2023 and August 2024 coincided with a cluster of mechanical failures, suggesting that while the total mileage remains low, the physical wear on rubber components and metal surfaces has accelerated in this higher-mile interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end, as the suspension history shows a clear trend of degradation. The tester flagged worn offside front suspension arm bushes and deteriorated nearside ball joint dust covers in both 2022 and 2024, indicating the front steering assembly is fragile. The misted nearside shock absorber noted in 2024 should be checked for active oil leaks, as this would signal an imminent component failure. Additionally, the braking system shows a history of pitted discs and binding offside rear brakes across 2021, 2024, and 2025, necessitating a check of caliper movement and disc surface thickness to ensure no deep corrosion remains.