2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · SB14 FUE

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a stable maintenance trend despite minor signs of age-related degradation. The latest test in September 2025 at 54,294 miles resulted in a pass, though it introduced an advisory for a corroded exhaust and a perished offside rear tyre. These findings suggest the car is mechanically sound but is beginning to enter a phase where older rubber components and metalwork require attention before failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Data shows consistent usage patterns between 2022 and 2025, with the car covering roughly 23,000 miles over three years. The interval of 7,550 miles between the September 2024 and September 2025 tests indicates steady but light driving habits. However, low annual mileage often leads to dry rot in tyres and seized seals, which aligns with the tyre issues noted in the most recent inspection. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside front wheel bearing, as this component caused a failure in 2024 at 46,740 miles before being rectified. While the 2025 pass indicates the repair, a physical check should ensure the bearing operates without noise or play. The corroded exhaust also warrants a close look to determine if the rust is merely superficial or if it will lead to a structural failure. Given the advisory on the offside rear tyre, checking all other tyres for sidewall cracking is essential, as age-related perishing often precedes tread wear issues on low-mileage vehicles.