2017 Ford Ecosport 1.5L Diesel · ML67 WTF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a concerning trend toward reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 85,047 miles passed, it revealed multiple advisories regarding poor tyre condition and exhaust corrosion. This represents a shift from the clean record seen in September 2023, suggesting that the previous owner is only addressing consumable items once they approach failure limits or become obvious defects. At 85,047 miles over nine years, the EcoSport has averaged approximately 9,450 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a family vehicle. The data shows a significant gap of 13,994 miles covered between January 2025 and December 2025. This high rate of use in a single year explains the rapid wear noted on all four tyres and the deterioration of the exhaust silencer box. The consistent mileage accumulation suggests that while the car is being used regularly, the mechanical components are being left to wear out between annual testing intervals. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension and parking braking mechanism. The February 2024 failure highlighted worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and poor parking brake efficiency, indicating that the braking system and suspension bushings are under stress. You should verify that these repairs were carried out properly by checking the parking brake lever for correct tension. Furthermore, the recurring mention of the deteriorating exhaust silencer skin across the last two tests indicates that surface corrosion is progressing and will likely result in a structural failure in the near future.