2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · ST67 BZK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean pass in October 2025 at 96,727 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement after a period of mechanical neglect in late 2024. While the most recent failure in 2025 was limited to headlamp alignment, which is a minor adjustment issue, the history indicates the owner addressed the more significant mechanical failures identified in the previous year. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 69,067 miles and the September 2024 test at 87,357 miles, the car covered over 18,000 miles, indicating a period of higher usage. This frequency suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which generally prevents moisture-related seizing, but accelerates the wear on suspension components and braking hardware. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking system during inspection. The 2024 failure highlighted two fractured front coil springs and excessively fluctuating rear service brakes. While these were repaired to achieve the subsequent pass, fluctuating brakes often indicate warped discs or sticking calipers. A physical inspection of the front springs for signs of sagging and a check of the brake rotors for uneven wear are necessary, as these components have already demonstrated premature failure at this mileage. The recurring headlamp alignment failures in 2024 and 2025 suggest a lack of pre-test preparation or minor impacts affecting the mounting housings. However, these do not indicate a structural risk. Given the history of coil spring failure, the focus should remain on verifying that the rear brakes are operating smoothly and that the front suspension assembly is not producing knocks knocks under stress.