Annual Service Schedule — Seat Ibiza

Service Intervals

The Seat Ibiza follows a fixed or flexible service interval depending on the model year. Standard interval:

• Every 15,000 km or 12 months (whichever comes first)
• The dashboard will show a service reminder (spanner icon)

What Each Service Includes

Minor Service (Annually / 15,000 km)

• Engine oil + oil filter replacement
• Multi-point inspection (brakes, suspension, steering, exhaust)
• Fluid level check and top-up (coolant, brake fluid, washer)
• Tyre condition and pressure check
• Battery test
• Cabin/pollen filter check
• Air filter inspection
• Lights and electrical check
• Diagnostic scan (OBD) for fault codes
• Reset service indicator

Major Service (Every 2 years / 30,000 km)

Everything in the minor service, plus:

• Air filter replacement
• Cabin/pollen filter replacement
• Spark plugs (petrol engines — typically every 60,000 km)
• Brake fluid replacement (every 2 years regardless of mileage)
• Detailed brake inspection (disc thickness, pad wear)
• Drive belt inspection

Additional Scheduled Maintenance

Item	Interval	Notes
Timing belt/chain	120,000–210,000 km (belt) / lifetime (chain)	Check owner's manual for your engine — critical, failure = engine damage
Transmission fluid	60,000 km (DSG) / lifetime (manual)	DSG requires scheduled changes
Coolant	Every 5 years or per service indicator	Full flush and replace
Brake discs	~60,000–80,000 km	Depends on driving style; check with pad changes
Battery	3–5 years	Test annually after 3 years; heat shortens battery life
Wiper blades	6–12 months	Replace more often in dusty/hot conditions
A/C service	Every 2 years	Re-gas and check for leaks; important in Israeli climate

MOT / Teste (טסט)

Israeli annual vehicle inspection:

• Due annually from the vehicle's registration anniversary
• Book at an authorised testing station (מכון רישוי)
• Ensure all lights, brakes, tyres, emissions, and safety equipment are in order before going
• Required documents: vehicle registration (רישיון רכב), insurance certificate (ביטוח חובה)
• The car must pass to renew registration

Common Teste Failure Points

• Worn tyres (below 1.6mm tread)
• Faulty bulbs
• Cracked windscreen in driver's line of sight
• Worn brake pads/discs
• Exhaust leaks or emissions failure
• Steering play
• Fluid leaks

Keeping Records

• Keep all service receipts and invoices
• Record mileage at each service
• Note any parts replaced and their warranty
• This protects resale value and ensures warranty compliance