2015 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · LP64 ABF

The 2026‑04‑21 MOT at 85,191 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming that the vehicle is presently roadworthy. However, the repeated failures on rear stop lamps, wiper effectiveness, oil leakage and, most notably, the recurring corrosion of the rear coil springs and the edge‑wear on both front tyres reveal a maintenance pattern that is stable only in the sense that faults continue to reappear rather than diminish. The mileage trajectory shows a steady increase of roughly 7,500‑8,000 miles per year since the 2018 test at 18,945 miles, with the most recent jump from 53,726 miles in March 2023 to 85,191 miles in April 2026 representing an accelerated usage of about 15,000 miles over three years. Earlier intervals such as the 2021‑2022 period show a more modest rise, while the 2024‑2025 span again reflects a rapid accumulation, indicating that the vehicle has been driven consistently without long periods of standing. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear coil springs and associated shock absorbers for signs of fluid leakage or structural weakness, verify that the brake calipers are not binding and that the pads have sufficient material, and examine the tyre sidewalls for edge wear that may indicate mis‑alignment or suspension issues. Particular attention must also be given to the functionality of all stop lamps, the condition of the windscreen wipers and washer system, and the source and extent of the long‑standing oil leak. Finally, the presence of previous nail punctures, tyre wall damage and the documented perishing of rear tyres suggests that the under‑body and suspension components merit a close visual and tactile assessment to confirm that corrosion has not compromised structural integrity, and that any previous repairs have been carried out to a proper standard.