2012 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · SY62 UOT

The 2012 SEAT Ibiza presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on the most recent MOT dated 15 September 2025 at 83,308 miles with zero defects recorded. This marks a notable turnaround from the advisory-laden tests of previous years. The vehicle has transitioned from a pattern of minor but recurring faults to a fully compliant state, suggesting attentive ownership in the recent past. No active defects remain on file, and the current certificate is valid until 14 September 2026. The mileage profile tells an unusual story for a fourteen-year-old supermini. The recorded figure of 83,308 miles equates to roughly 5,951 miles per annum, well below the UK average of approximately 8,000 to 10,000 miles per year. The jump between the 2024 test on 16 September at 70,503 miles and the 2025 test on 15 September at 83,308 miles stands out sharply. That single year accounted for 12,805 miles, nearly double the vehicle's historical annual average. Such a spike after years of modest use raises the possibility of a change in ownership pattern or a long-distance commuting phase. The earlier record shows a more gradual accumulation, with roughly 10,000 to 15,000 miles added between 2021 and 2024, consistent with light but steady use. Despite the clean recent result, the 2022 test on 16 August at 45,305 miles flagged two brake-related advisories worth noting. The tester recorded service brake fluctuation on both front wheels and binding on both front service brakes, neither excessive but both indicative of caliper or disc issues at the time. A nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush was also flagged as worn, though not to the point of excessive movement. These items appear to have been addressed before the 2023 test, as no brake or suspension advisories reappeared. Still, a prospective buyer should physically inspect the front brake calipers for uneven wear, check disc surfaces for scoring or lipping, and examine the front lower suspension arm bushes for any deterioration that may have returned since the last test. The tyre wear pattern across multiple tests also warrants attention. Front tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit on both sides in the 2023 test on 22 September at 60,280 miles, and the nearside rear outer tyre received the same advisory in the 2021 test on 15 November at 42,584 miles. This recurring uneven wear suggests possible alignment or suspension geometry issues that may persist beneath the surface. A buyer should check current tyre condition carefully, paying attention to inner and outer edge wear, and consider having the four-wheel alignment inspected. The vehicle's low overall mileage and recent clean MOT are encouraging, but the historical pattern of tyre and brake wear implies that consumable components deserve closer scrutiny than the mileage alone might suggest.