2008 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · WM57 KAE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of inconsistent compliance. The most recent test on 09 January 2025 at 121,062 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, suggesting a mechanical issue was rectified immediately prior to the retest. However, the trend remains unstable, as the vehicle has failed two of its last three MOT attempts. This reactive approach to maintenance suggests that the owner may only perform repairs when necessitated by a test failure rather than conducting proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between 05 January 2023 and 09 January 2024, the car covered 5,440 miles, while it clocked another 1,560 miles between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests. This steady but low usage suggests light annual driving. While the low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain, the age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of material degradation in rubber-based components and structural corrosion, which occurs independent of the distance driven. Because the MOT records show failures without specific defect descriptions in the provided data, a physical inspection of the undercarriage is mandatory. A buyer must specifically examine the structural integrity of the sills and rear mounting points for corrosion, which are common failure points on this era of Ibiza. Given the recurring failures, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake condition is required to ensure no binding calipers or excessive play remains present. The lack of advisories on the passes suggests the failures were likely related to minor items or specific mechanical faults that were easily addressed rather than deep systemic neglect.