2018 Ford Ecosport 1.5L Diesel · EJ18 AAO

This 2018 Ford EcoSport has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 16 July 2025, with no defects recorded at 75,744 miles. The absence of advisories or failures across the last three tests—including the current pass—suggests the vehicle has been subjected to consistent, if not rigorous, maintenance. However, the duplicate entry for June 2023 (a pass followed immediately by a fail at identical mileage) is anomalous and warrants scrutiny, though it does not appear to have recurred in subsequent tests. The most recent MOT, just under a year old, remains valid, but the lack of advisories does not guarantee undetected wear in suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers—components that often fail silently between tests. The mileage progression shows steady usage, averaging around 9,500 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no prolonged gaps suggesting neglect, nor are there abrupt jumps that might indicate aggressive driving or deferred servicing. The most notable outlier is the June 2023 test, where the vehicle was tested twice at the same mileage—an error in the system rather than a mechanical issue. Otherwise, the pattern is consistent, with no evidence of rapid wear or extended periods of inactivity that could accelerate corrosion or drivetrain degradation. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, as these are common failure points in this model. The absence of advisories does not preclude wear in brake discs or calipers, so checking for uneven pad thickness or binding callipers is essential. Structural integrity should also be assessed, especially around wheel arches and sills, where corrosion can compromise safety without immediate MOT failure. The duplicate 2023 entry, though unexplained, suggests verifying the vehicle’s full service history, as discrepancies in records can indicate incomplete maintenance.