2016 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · L8 PVL

The 2016 Ford Ecosport presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean pass on 4 September 2025 at 29,000 miles with zero defects. The vehicle had previously failed on 21 September 2023 at 24,716 miles due to both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on their edges, indicating a classic symptom of misaligned front-end geometry or neglected tyre rotation. The subsequent two consecutive clean passes, accompanied by a mileage increase of roughly 4,284 miles over two years, suggest the new tyres were fitted and the underlying tracking or suspension wear issue was addressed. No corrosion, brake, suspension, or emissions defects have ever appeared on the record, which is a strong indicator of sound structural integrity and consistent servicing for a vehicle of this age. The recorded mileage of 29,000 miles over approximately ten years averages just 2,900 miles per year, which is exceptionally low. The annual increments are remarkably consistent, hovering between 2,000 and 2,700 miles per year, with no sudden jumps or suspicious odometer gaps. Such low annual usage typically implies short urban journeys, which can be harder on a diesel engine and its after-treatment system than steady motorway driving, even if the bodywork and mechanical components appear less stressed on paper. The most recent MOT is just over nine months old, meaning the vehicle has likely covered only a few hundred miles since its last inspection, so the current condition should closely mirror the September 2025 test result. Despite the clean recent record, the 2023 advisory on both front tyres wearing unevenly on their edges warrants a close physical inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry. A buyer should check the condition of the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and track rod ends, as well as confirming the current alignment settings, since edge wear on tyres is rarely caused by inflation alone. The rear brakes and handbrake mechanism deserve attention too, as low-mileage vehicles that stand for long periods can develop binding calipers or corroded cables that might not yet have triggered a failure but could surface at the next test. Inspect the underside for any fresh surface rust or weeping from shock absorbers, and verify that the exhaust system remains free from corrosion, particularly around flexible joints and mounting points.