2016 Ford Ecosport 1.5L Petrol · LD66 GCZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward neglected consumables in the more recent years. The most recent test in December 2025 at 34,216 miles flagged a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a progression from the clean records seen in 2021 and 2022, indicating that the owner's attention to preventative maintenance has declined specifically regarding rubber components. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage patterns, with only 3,571 miles covered between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. While this low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to age-related rubber degradation. The presence of cracking and perishing tyres noted in 2023 and 2024 suggests the vehicle likely sits for long periods, causing the rubber to dry out. Buyers should prioritize inspecting the braking system, as the hand brake was a recurring issue appearing in 2023 and 2024. The tester noted little reserve travel, which suggests stretched cables or seized adjustment mechanisms that require adjustment. Furthermore, the uneven wear flagged on the nearside front tyre in 2025 points to an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. A physical check of all four tyres for sidewall cracking is essential, as the history confirms a pattern of perishing despite the low mileage.