2018 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · MV18 RVM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test in July 2025 at 56,406 miles shows a pass following a failure just two days prior. This failure identified a split nearside front drive shaft CV boot and a worn nearside front suspension wishbone bush. While these issues appear to have been rectified, the proximity of the failure and pass suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they threaten the annual test certificate status. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-intensity urban use, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year over the eight-year period. Between July 2022 at 33,876 miles and July 2025 at 56,406 miles, the vehicle covered 22,530 miles. This low annual mileage explains the visible degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the recurring advisories for perishing and cracking tyres in the 2024 test despite the low overall odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the replacement wishbone bush was fitted correctly and that the drive joint has not suffered internal damage from the split boot. The oil leak noted in 2022 should be monitored to ensure it has remained minor and not worsened into a significant gasket or seal failure. Given the history of thin brake pads and worn tyres, the current state of all four tyres and the braking system should be verified, as the record shows a trend of neglecting consumables until they reach legal limits.