2014 Ford Ecosport 1.5L Diesel · DN64 AAK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of worsening suspension and exhaust-related corrosion. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 54,860 miles passed, the tester still flagged corroded rear coil springs and pitted front brake discs. This follows a failure in May 2025 where the vehicle failed due to a track rod end ball joint and ineffective wipers, suggesting that mechanical faults are being addressed react rather than through preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between November 2018 and March 2021, where the car covered only 7,912 miles in over two years. However, usage has increased recently, with over 14,000 miles logged between 2024 and 2026. This low annual mileage often contributes to degradation of rubber-based components, which is evidenced by the perished tyres and corroded exhaust noted in the 2025 entries. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension system, as corrosion on the coil springs has been a recurring advisory or failure point since 2024. The braking system also requires attention; the 2024 test noted imbalanced brakes barely meeting requirements, and the 2026 test confirmed worn front discs. You should also verify the integrity of the rear silencer and exhaust mounting, as deterioration was flagged in 2025 and does not appear to be resolved in subsequent records.