2008 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · PJ58 AEA

The vehicle holds a valid MOT pass from 11 November 2025 at 84,980 miles and remains legally roadworthy. Maintenance trend has shifted from a clean pass on 25 November 2024 to a pass carrying multiple advisories twelve months later, indicating gently worsening wear rather than sudden failure. The tester flagged slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint, worn front brake discs, and fresh underside corrosion at the recent test. Mileage data supplied from late 2023 shows consistently low annual use for an eighteen year old hatchback. The odometer read 73,864 miles on 31 October 2023 and 73,944 miles nine days later, then climbed to 79,180 miles by 25 November 2024 and 84,980 miles by 11 November 2025. That spans roughly 5,200 to 5,800 miles per year, well below typical averages. No abrupt gaps or rapid accumulation appear, though records before 2023 are absent. Recurring suspension faults demand physical inspection. The October 2023 failure on a nearside front anti-roll bar linkage dust cover preceded the 2025 advisory for suspension arm ball joint play, suggesting front suspension upkeep was marginal. The November 2024 failure on an offside rear coil spring fracture shows a previous owner deferred spring replacement until forced. A buyer should verify all four coil springs, linkage rubber boots, and wishbone bushes for fatigue. Structural corrosion and exhaust decay flagged at the latest test require scrutiny. The tester noted various underside corrosion and a corroded exhaust system, which on a 2008 chassis may threaten structural integrity if neglected. Oil leak, though not excessive, warrants tracing to its source. Front tyres show cracking and perishing consistent with aged low-mileage rubber and must be replaced. Commission a ramp inspection of sills, subframes, and brake calipers before purchase.