2015 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · CF65 ENE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 82,979 miles resulted in a pass following a failure for a defective wiper blade and a failed stop lamp. While the immediate mechanical status is stable, the recurring nature of minor electrical lighting and wiper components suggests that the owner only addresses defects when they specifically prevent the vehicle from passing its annual MOT test. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Between the October 2023 test at 65,878 miles and the October 2024 test at 74,948 miles, the car covered 9,070 miles in a single year. This usage suggests regular operation which is generally preferable for rubber components over long periods of standing, though the age of the vehicle still contributes to the component wear seen in the record. A buyer must pay close attention to the steering and suspension assembly. The nearside front track rod end was flagged for slight play in 2023 and progressed to a failure with excessive play in 2024. This trend indicates wear in the steering geometry that requires a physical inspection of the remaining tie rod ends and suspension bushings. Additionally, the failure for the offside front tyre being below the legal limit in 2024 confirms that tyre management has been neglected until the point of legal failure. The inspection should also verify the integrity of the lighting system, as the stop lamp has failed in two separate years. Given the age of the EcoSport, a check for corrosion on the undercarriage and exhaust system is necessary, although the MOT record does not currently highlight any structural issues. The focus should remain on ensuring the steering components have been properly replaced and not merely adjusted.