2018 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · MK18 ACZ

The 2018 Ford Ecosport passed its most recent MOT on 3 March 2026 at 27,861 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend over the past three years is stable, with consecutive clean passes in March 2024, April 2025, and March 2026. The only blemish in the record is a failed test on 6 March 2023 at 24,175 miles, though the DVSA report lists no specific defects, suggesting a minor or administrative issue that was rectified the same day. Overall, the vehicle presents as roadworthy with no ongoing mechanical deterioration evident. At roughly 3,483 miles per year, this Ecosport has covered exceptionally low mileage for an eight-year-old car. The annual increase between tests is consistent: 1,321 miles from 2023 to 2024, 1,344 miles from 2024 to 2025, and 963 miles from 2025 to 2026. This pattern indicates careful, light use rather than long periods of inactivity. The low mileage is favourable for wear items such as clutch, gearbox, and engine internals, but buyers should be alert to potential issues from infrequent use, including brake disc corrosion from moisture retention and degraded fluids from extended standing. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should focus on components not fully assessed during testing. Inspect the suspension struts and rear torsion beam for oil seepage, which can indicate early damper wear despite low mileage. Check the front brake discs for surface rust, common on vehicles used sparingly. Examine the tyres for uneven wear patterns that could point to tracking or suspension bush wear. Verify service history aligns with the low-mileage usage, as infrequent driving can lead to oil thickening and fuel system moisture buildup. Finally, inspect the bodywork and underside for any signs of corrosion, particularly around the front subframe mounts and rear wheel arches, areas prone to water trapping on this model.