2016 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · SD16 CCF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 66,374 miles passed, it revealed new defects including a minor exhaust leak and play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage. These issues represent a worsening trend from the clean records seen in 2024, suggesting that components are beginning to fatigue and require immediate attention to prevent future test failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. There was a notable period where 16,888 miles were covered between November 2023 (33,433 miles) and April 2025 (50,321 miles), followed by another 16,000 miles in the fourteen months leading up to the 2026 test. This steady usage explains the accelerated wear observed on the tyres during the 2025 inspection, where multiple failures indicated that basic maintenance was neglected between service intervals. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the exhaust system, as the minor leak noted in 2026 likely follows the insecure centre sleeve flagged in the previous year's failure. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage needs replacement, as play in the ball joint will lead to handling instability and further damage to suspension bushings if left untreated. Given the history of perished and uneven worn tyres in 2025, the current set of tyres must be checked for adequate depth and consistent wear to ensure the previous owner has not simply fitted cheap, substandard alternatives.