2016 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · SD16 KPL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT in March 2026 at 26,734 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is currently improving following a period of escalating mechanical issues between 2023 and 2025. While the car previously struggled with suspension and exhaust components, the most recent clean sheet indicates that the owner addressed the flagged faults effectively, returning the vehicle to a stable state. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,673 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the record, moving from 9,597 miles in 2019 to the current 26,734 miles. While this low-mileage status suggests light use and minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine, such long periods of standing can often lead to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion of metalwork, which appears to align with the worn bushes and corroded exhaust noted in later tests. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension assembly, as the record shows a history of failure. The offside front shock absorber showed oil misting in 2024, and a fractured coil spring caused a failure in March 2025. Although these were rectified, the buyer should check for any remaining fluid leaks or play in the suspension arm bushes, which were first flagged as worn back in 2023. The exhaust system also warrants a check to ensure the replacement sleeve clamp installed in 2025 remains secure and free from signs of rapid rust.