2009 SEAT Ibiza 1.6L Diesel · YP59 YFU

The vehicle presents a functional roadworthiness status, though the history indicates a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. The most recent test on March 21 2023 at 118,605 miles passed despite a non-excessive oil leak and a severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft boot. While the car passed its last inspection, the previous failures in 2021 and 2020 suggest that components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. At 118,605 miles over 17 years, the Ibiza has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for an older hatchback. There is a significant gap in records between the March 2023 test and the current date of June 2026, meaning the vehicle has operated without a recorded MOT for over three years. The accumulation of 10,863 miles between August 2021 and March 2023 shows consistent use, but the age of the vehicle accelerates wear on rubber-based components and fluid seals. A buyer must scrutinise inspect the front suspension assembly, as the 2021 failure highlighted multiple worn control arm bushes, ball joints, and anti-roll bar linkage failures. The deteriorated CV boot noted in early 2023 requires immediate inspection to prevent grease loss and subsequent drive joint failure. Furthermore, the oil leak identified in 2023 should be monitored closely to determine if it is a minor valve cover leak or a more significant issue from the front crank seal or sump. Given the history of tyres failing for legal limits, a thorough check of current tread depths and sidew integrity is essential to ensure the car does not require immediate investment to pass the next test.