What should I look out for when buying a used SEAT Ibiza?

I am thinking of buying a used (2008 model) SEAT Ibiza diesel However, it has 97,000 miles on the clock, is this too much? What typical faults with this car I should look out for?

Asked on 21 November 2016 by Susan Whiting

Answered by Honest John

Depends on which drivetrain and also how much is being asked. I'd guess £1995 or something like that? Problem areas here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/seat/ibiza-iv-2008/?.../

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