2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · PE67 KXS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a sharp decline in upkeep standards during the most recent interval. While the car maintained clean records between 2022 and 2024, the November 2025 test at 90,257 miles revealed multiple significant mechanical failures. Although the vehicle passed a re-test the following day, the transition from a defect-free history to a failure involving suspension and tyre components suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to maintenance by the current owner. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a vehicle this age, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. The car covered 12,567 miles between October 2023 and November 2024, followed by another 12,339 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This steady accumulation explains the wear seen on rubber and metal components, but the sudden appearance of multiple faults in the late 2025 test indicates that components were not being monitored or serviced until they reached a failure point. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension in person, as the November 2025 failure flagged excessively worn rear lower arm bushes and a misting offside front shock absorber. The offside rear coil spring was also noted for corrosion, which requires close inspection to ensure structural rust has not compromised the spring mounting point. Furthermore, the record of front tyres reaching the 1mm limit alongside sidewall damage on the rear tyres suggests the previous owner neglected basic consumable items, necessitating a thorough check of all remaining rubber for age-related perishing or uneven wear.