2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · YR64 HFS

The 2014 SEAT Ibiza presents a mixed maintenance picture, with a recent MOT pass masking underlying suspension wear that was only partially addressed. The most recent test on 18 September 2025 recorded a pass at 37,809 miles, but this followed a failure just three miles earlier on the same day for excessively worn nearside and offside front suspension arm rear bushes. The tester also flagged a misted nearside headlamp lens and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit during that initial failure. The fact that the car passed later the same day suggests the suspension bushes and tyres were replaced or rectified promptly, yet the recurrence of tyre wear as an advisory in the pass result indicates ongoing alignment or suspension geometry issues that a buyer should not ignore. The maintenance trend is therefore stable in the very short term but reveals a pattern of deferred basic upkeep. The mileage profile tells a story of very light use. At roughly 3,151 miles per year, the car has covered only 37,809 miles in twelve years, which is exceptionally low. The MOT record confirms this, showing 32,351 miles in September 2023, 35,028 miles in September 2024, and 37,809 miles by September 2025, a steady accumulation of approximately 2,600 to 2,800 miles annually in recent years. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded data. Low mileage can mean reduced drivetrain and brake wear, but prolonged periods of standing can also cause rubber components to perish, tyres to flat-spot, and brakes to corrode, which may partly explain the suspension bush failures and tyre wear noted in the 2025 tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering components. The excessive wear on both front suspension arm rear bushes, flagged in the September 2025 failure, points to either age-related deterioration from light use or aggressive driving over potholes. Even though the bushes were evidently replaced for the retest, the front tyres were still noted as worn on the edge in the subsequent pass, which raises a question about whether wheel alignment was properly reset after the suspension work. Check the inner and outer edges of both front tyres for uneven wear and ask for documentation confirming alignment was carried out. Inspect the nearside headlamp lens for moisture ingress, as misting reduces light output and can indicate a failed seal that may worsen over time. Beyond the flagged items, examine the underside for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and brake lines, as low-mileage cars that sit unused can still suffer from surface rust that compromises structural integrity over time. Check the condition of the rear brakes and all suspension bushes, since a car driven gently but infrequently may not generate enough heat to keep components free of moisture. The windscreen wipers failed in September 2024 but passed in 2025, so confirm the current set clears effectively and the washer system operates correctly. Overall, the car appears to have had its immediate MOT failures addressed, but the combination of suspension wear and persistent tyre issues warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic.