2015 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · DC15 OFR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward deferred component replacement. While it passed its most recent MOT on 13 January 2026 at 67,723 miles, this followed a failure just four days prior. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to multiple failures in the last two test cycles suggests that the current owner may be only addressing faults when necessary to pass the annual test rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,150 miles per year. The car progressed from 53,010 miles in January 2024 to 60,744 miles in January 2025, and reached 67,723 miles by early 2026. This relatively low annual usage explains the lack of heavy mechanical wear, but it also contributes to the degradation of rubber-based components and the oxidation of metal surfaces, which are evident in the recent inspection history. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension system, as all four coil springs were flagged for corrosion across the 2025 and 2026 tests. Although the vehicle passed in January 2026, the presence of corrosion on multiple springs indicates a high risk of future structural failure. Similarly, the front brake discs have shown a consistent trend of pitting and wear since 2025, suggesting the braking components are reaching the end of their functional life or suffering from surface rust due to low mileage cycles. The January 2026 failure also highlighted a major exhaust silencer leak and a lambda sensor reading outside of limits. The buyer should verify that the exhaust system has been fully replaced and that the engine management is operating correctly to meet emissions standards. The tyre pressure monitoring system was also reported as inoperative during the 2026 failure, which should be checked to ensure it is no longer an active safety defect.