FORD ECOSPORT2016 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a maintenance trend that shows signs of improvement. The most recent MOT test on 22 December 2025 at 45,965 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. This represents a positive shift from the 2023 and 2024 tests where several recurring brake and exhaust faults required attention. The mileage profile is low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. There is a consistent pattern of use between the January 2024 and the December 2025 tests, where the car covered 8,001 miles in nearly twenty-three months. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain, the long intervals between services can lead to degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the 2022 advisory regarding perishing and cracking tyres. A buyer should perform a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and braking system. The January 2025 test flagged both the nearside and offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes as slightly worn, and these would have been cleared for the December 2025 pass. It is necessary to verify that no play has developed since. Additionally, the offside rear service brake binding noted in both 2023 and 2024 should be re-checked to ensure the caliper is operating freely and has not started to sticking again. The exhaust system also warrants scrutiny given the 2023 report of a minor leak in the flexi pipe and a poor condition tail box. While the vehicle passed the subsequent tests, the buyer should check for signs of corrosion or incomplete repairs along the exhaust length. The distorted nearside inner road wheel noted in early 2023 should also be inspected for structural deformation that could cause vibrations or uneven tyre wear during driving.