2004 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · WR04 FCY

The 2004 SEAT Ibiza presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend. The most recent test, conducted on 14 July 2025 at 57,948 miles, resulted in a clean pass with zero defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes in 2023 and 2024, indicating the vehicle has been maintained to a solid roadworthiness standard in recent years. The presence of a failed test on the same day in 2025, also with no defects recorded, suggests a procedural or administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical failure, as a genuine defect would be documented on the failure certificate. The mileage pattern reveals a notably low-usage profile for a vehicle of this age. Accumulating roughly 2,634 miles per year over 22 years, the Ibiza has seen gentle use. The annual mileage increased from approximately 10,355 miles between June 2023 and June 2024 to 10,713 miles between June 2024 and July 2025, showing a slight uptick in recent use but remaining well within reasonable bounds. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded data, suggesting consistent, if light, annual operation rather than prolonged periods of standing. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on age-related deterioration. A 22-year-old vehicle, even with low mileage, is susceptible to perished rubber suspension bushes, deteriorated dust covers, and corroded brake lines or exhaust components due to age rather than use. The underbody and sills require close examination for structural corrosion, a common failure point on older superminis that MOTs may not always catch if surface rust is treated cosmetically. The braking and suspension systems deserve particular attention during a test drive. Listen for knocking from worn track rod ends or drop links, and feel for uneven brake binding or a spongy pedal that could indicate deteriorating seals. Check the condition of all four tyres for sidewall cracking, a function of age as much as wear. While the electronic data paints a picture of diligent upkeep, the physical inspection must verify that the car's structural integrity and ageing components match its clean paperwork.