2015 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · OV65 AEP

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by recurring advisories and a recent failure in December 2025. While the car passed its most recent test at 109,431 miles, the tester flagged several ongoing issues including worn front suspension arm bushes, pitted rear brake discs, and perishing nearside rear tyres. The December 2025 failure specifically highlighted insufficient windscreen washer fluid and an ineffective offside wiper, suggesting a lack of attention to basic consumables and minor maintenance tasks. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,948 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 12,982 miles in September 2018 to the current 109,431 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage, though the frequency of advisories has increased as the vehicle has aged. The transition from a clean record in 2018 and 2019 to more frequent mechanical flags in recent years indicates a shift from light use to a period of higher wear and tear. A prospective buyer should focus inspections on the suspension and braking systems due to persistent issues. The record shows a recurring pattern of worn suspension arm bushes, noted in both December 2024 and December 2025, and light oil misting from shock absorbers in 2022 and 2024. Brake discs have been flagged for pitting and scoring intermittently since 2020, which may indicate long periods of sitting or neglected cleaning. Additionally, the exhaust system has shown signs of corrosion and deterioration since 2022, requiring a close check for structural integrity and potential leaks. The presence of an oil leak at the top of the engine in the December 2025 test warrants a thorough investigation to determine if it is a minor gasket issue or a more significant leak. Given the history of tyre wear and perishing rubber, the condition of all four tyres and the quality of the rubber compound should be verified. The combination of recurring suspension, brake, and exhaust advisories suggests that while the car remains roadworthy, it is entering a phase where more significant component replacements will be necessary to maintain standard.