2012 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · SW61 URA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of reactive maintenance following specific failures. The most recent test in September 2025 at 70,877 miles showed no defects, indicating that previous mechanical issues have been addressed. This follows a period in late 2023 where the offside front shock absorber failed due to a serious fluid leak, which was rectified given the clean pass in the subsequent 2024 test. The mileage pattern is consistently low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression, moving from 57,278 miles in early 2021 to over 70,000 miles by late 2025. This low usage suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, though the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing tyres and cracks noted between 2019 and 2021. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension, as the record shows recurring issues with anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and suspension arm bushes dating back to 2021. While these were noted as minor play or wear, their persistence suggests a vulnerability in front-end components. The front braking system also warrants closer attention; the 2022 test flagged fluctuating offside front brakes, which often indicates warped discs that may require replacement rather than resurfacing. The exhaust system has shown a history of degradation, with a major leak in 2017 and a corroded centre clamp in 2022. Although the vehicle passed recently, the buyer should check for structural rust on the hangers and piping. Given the low mileage and age, the buyer must also verify the condition of the tyres for sidew cracking, as the history indicates multiple instances of tyres being neglected or perishing over the years.