SEAT Ibiza reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The SEAT Ibiza is a supermini; the latest version we cover is the Mk5 (2017–). In 2024 MOT tests it scored 83 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 379 of 442, and 34.4% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is pins and bushes (4.2% of tests). Boot space is 355 litres.
SEAT Ibiza key specs (Mk5 (2017–), 5-door hatchback)
Price new
£21,610 to £27,345
Boot
355 litres
Seats
5
Size (L × W × H)
4,070 × 1,780 × 1,447mm
Power
95–115 PS
0–62mph
9.9–11.0 sec
Euro NCAP
5 stars (2022)
2017 on models; figures vary by version. Prices from the July 2026 price list. Sources: seat.co.uk, euroncap.com.
Ranked 379 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 21 of 31 superminis
In 2024, 190,553 SEAT Ibizas aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 34.4% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the SEAT Ibiza is 20% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 12.9% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
34.4%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
12.9%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
7,600
Typical age at test: 9 years
SEAT Ibiza MOT failure rate by age
Most common SEAT Ibiza MOT faults
- Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn4.2% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.6% of tests
- Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid2.5% of tests
- Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.4% of tests
- Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect2.3% of tests
- Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements2.2% of tests
What the SEAT Ibiza fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 12.1% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Lights and electrics | 11.9% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Brakes | 9.2% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Tyres | 8.4% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Visibility | 6.5% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Body and structure | 4.2% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 3.6% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Steering | 3.5% | ▲ 1.8× as often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.9% | About average |
| Wheels | 0.5% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
How big is the SEAT Ibiza's boot?
The Mk5 (2017–) SEAT Ibiza has 355 litres of boot space with the rear seats up, according to the manufacturer. That's the 3rd biggest of the 13 superminis we compare; the Renault Clio has the most, at 391 litres.
What MPG does the SEAT Ibiza do?
Official economy for the SEAT Ibiza ranges from 35.3 to 80.7mpg across the 211 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2025). A typical petrol version manages 51.4mpg and a typical diesel 60.1mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a SEAT Ibiza?
Any SEAT Ibiza first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A SEAT Ibiza registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £410 a year.
Work out tax for a specific carSEAT Ibiza specs and running costs
Official figures for 211 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2025.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
35.3–80.7 mpg
CO2
92–192 g/km
Power
59–115 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibiza Ibiza FR Black Edition 1.0 TSI 95PS95 PS · M5 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 123g | £200 | 30% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR 1.0 TSI 115PS115 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 124g | £200 | 30% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR 1.0 TSI DSG-auto 115PS115 PS · A7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 126g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 TSI 115PS115 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 124g | £200 | 30% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 TSI DSG-auto 115PS115 PS · A7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 126g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR Black Edition 1.0 TSI 115PS115 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 125g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR Black Edition 1.0 TSI DSG-auto 115PS115 PS · A7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 127g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza XCELLENCE 1.0 TSI 115PS115 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 125g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza XCELLENCE 1.0 TSI DSG-auto 115PS115 PS · A7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 126g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza XCELLENCE Lux 1.0 TSI 115PS115 PS · M6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 125g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza XCELLENCE Lux 1.0 TSI DSG-auto 115PS115 PS · A7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 127g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza SE 1.0 MPI 80PS59 PS · M5 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 53.3 mpg | 119g | £200 | 29% |
| Ibiza Ibiza SE Technology 1.0 MPI 80PS59 PS · M5 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 53.3 mpg | 120g | £200 | 30% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR 1.0 MPI 80PS59 PS · M5 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 125g | £200 | 31% |
| Ibiza Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 MPI 80PS59 PS · M5 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 125g | £200 | 31% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 211 versions.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the SEAT Ibiza reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the SEAT Ibiza is 20% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 83 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the SEAT Ibiza?
The most common MOT fault is “Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn”, found in 4.2% of tests. It fails on steering and visibility more often than similar cars.
›How big is the SEAT Ibiza's boot?
The Mk5 (2017–) SEAT Ibiza has 355 litres of boot space with the rear seats up, according to the manufacturer. That's the 3rd biggest of the 13 superminis we compare; the Renault Clio has the most, at 391 litres.
›What MPG does the SEAT Ibiza do?
Official economy for the SEAT Ibiza ranges from 35.3 to 80.7mpg across the 211 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2025). A typical petrol version manages 51.4mpg and a typical diesel 60.1mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a SEAT Ibiza?
Any SEAT Ibiza first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A SEAT Ibiza registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £410 a year.
›How many SEAT Ibizas fail their MOT?
34.4% of SEAT Ibizas aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 12.9% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the SEAT Ibiza combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.