2018 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · BC68 VZG

The 2018 Ford Ecosport presents a stable and largely clean roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT conducted on 28 August 2025 at 10,350 miles resulting in a pass. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the latest test introduced two minor advisories not seen in the preceding three years. The offside rear seat belt webbing was flagged as slightly damaged or frayed under section 7.1.2 (b), and all tyres were noted as slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing under section 5.2.3 (d) (ii). These are not failures, but they do mark a shift from the defect-free runs recorded in 2022, 2023, and 2024, suggesting the vehicle may have seen reduced use or prolonged standing in the period leading up to the 2025 test. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle. Recorded at just 10,350 miles by August 2025, the annual accumulation averages roughly 1,294 miles per year. The progression is steady and gradual: 2,889 miles by September 2021, 4,984 by August 2022, 6,962 by August 2023, 8,734 by August 2024, and 10,350 by August 2025. There are no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps in the odometer record, and the increments of approximately 1,000 to 1,800 miles per year are consistent with light, regular use rather than long periods of inactivity followed by heavy demand. The 2024 test at 8,734 miles did carry a front tyre perishing advisory on both sides, which aligns with the all-tyre perishing flagged the following year and points to age-related rubber degradation rather than high-mileage wear. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should pay close attention to the condition of all four tyres, including the sidewalls and tread depth, given the recurring perishing advisories in both 2024 and 2025. Tyre age should be checked via the DOT date codes, as rubber deterioration on a low-mileage car is often driven by time rather than distance. The offside rear seat belt webbing should be examined carefully for fraying or damage, as belt deterioration can indicate internal wear that is not always visible at a glance. Beyond the flagged items, the low annual mileage and the pattern of tyre advisories suggest the car may have spent extended periods stationary. This raises the importance of inspecting brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion or binding, suspension bushes for perishing, and the underside for any early signs of corrosion that can develop when a vehicle is not regularly driven. The exhaust system and fluid levels, including coolant and brake fluid, should also be assessed for condition, as infrequent use can accelerate moisture absorption and internal deterioration in these systems.