2016 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · EU16 FHW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent test on 7 August 2025 at 89,858 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reveals a consistent pattern of immediate re-testing after failure. In both 2024 and 2025, the car failed its initial inspection only to pass the following day at the same mileage. This suggests the previous owners addressed the necessary repairs only when prompted by an MOT failure, rather than performing proactive mechanical maintenance. The mileage progression is consistent with typical annual usage for a decade-old EcoSport, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. Between November 2023 at 79,817 miles and August 2025 at 89,858 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 10,000 miles in twenty months. This steady accumulation indicates regular driving cycles which is generally beneficial for rubber components and brake seals compared to long periods of stagnation. The narrow gaps between annual tests show the vehicle has been kept regularly without significant lapses in legal testing intervals. While the most recent record shows no outstanding defects, the recurring failures in August 2024 and August 2025 necessitate a close physical inspection of common failure points. A buyer should verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, as these are frequent sources of MOT failure on this model. Given the age and mileage, check for structural corrosion on the underside or worn exhaust components that may be nearing the end of their service life. Focus on the brake discs and calipers to ensure that the repairs which cleared the recent failures were not merely temporary fixes for deeper mechanical issues.