2017 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · DP66 NTG

The 2017 Ford Ecosport presents a generally stable maintenance trend, though the most recent MOT on 27 August 2025 at 40,862 miles introduced minor exhaust defects not seen in prior years. The tester flagged a minor leak of exhaust gases at the tail box and noted the exhaust was noisy, both recorded as advisories rather than failures. These are not immediate roadworthiness risks, but they indicate the rear exhaust section is deteriorating and will likely need attention before the next test. Prior to this, the vehicle passed four consecutive annual tests cleanly, suggesting consistent basic upkeep through its earlier life. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the 2021 test at 17,137 miles and the 2025 test at 40,862 miles, the car covered roughly 23,725 miles across four years, averaging about 5,900 miles annually in that window, with earlier years even lower at around 4,500 miles per year. The jump from 35,827 miles in August 2024 to 40,862 miles by August 2025 represents 5,035 miles in a single year, the highest annual increment on record. This may suggest a change in ownership or usage pattern, but the overall mileage remains well below typical for a nine-year-old vehicle. A buyer should inspect the tail box and rear exhaust section closely, checking for corrosion perforation or failing seam welds around the silencer. The noise advisory often points to a deteriorating internal baffle or a small crack in the outer skin rather than a catastrophic failure, but a pressure test or visual inspection on a ramp is advisable. Given the low mileage and clean structural history, subframe and suspension component wear should be minimal, though perished rubber bushes and dampers can age regardless of use, particularly if the vehicle has spent long periods stationary. Brake condition and tyre age deserve a close look, as low-mileage cars frequently suffer from surface corrosion on brake discs and sidewall cracking on tyres that have aged past their useful life despite having plenty of tread remaining.