2019 SEAT Ibiza 1.0L Petrol · YS19 FCV

A pattern of wear on consumable components and suspension elements defines this vehicle's recent MOT history, moving from a failure in June 2023 to a clean pass in April 2026. The record shows a period of mechanical attention required in mid-2025, when advisories were issued for front brake pad wear, worn brake discs, and light oil misting from the offside front shock absorber. While the most recent test on 17 April 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects, the previous year's advisories suggest that components such as the braking system and front suspension are entering a cycle of replacement. The vehicle has covered 58,141 miles over its seven-year lifespan, averaging approximately 8,306 miles per year. This represents a typical usage profile for a modern hatchback, suggesting the vehicle has been used for regular, consistent transit rather than being subject to long periods of inactivity or excessive high-speed motorway mileage. Mechanically, this steady accumulation of mileage means that wear on items like suspension bushes, tyres, and braking hardware is expected to progress at a predictable rate, rather than appearing as sudden, extreme degradation. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking assembly during a test drive. Given the 2025 advisory regarding light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber, listen for any knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or speed bumps, which could indicate the seal has failed further and the unit requires replacement. Additionally, since the front brake pads and discs were flagged as thin and worn in 2025, the driver should check for any pedal judder or vibration under braking, as well as any pulling to one side, which might indicate uneven pad wear or sticking calipers. The 2023 failure involving a cut in the nearside rear tyre and a worn offside rear tyre indicates that tyre management has been an issue in the past. While these specific tyres should have been replaced, it is prudent to inspect the current tread depth and sidewall integrity on all four tyres to ensure they are not approaching the legal limit or showing signs of uneven wear on the edges. Checking the condition of the tyre sidewalls for bulges or cuts will confirm that the previous issues with impact damage have been fully rectified.