2022 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · NA22 OYU

The 2022 Ford Ecosport presents a generally sound mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 14 May 2026, where it passed at 17,732 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the record flags recurring tyre degradation that warrants closer scrutiny. The tester noted perishing and cracking across three tyres, including the nearside rear and both rears, with the offside front worn to 3mm. These are not critical failures, but they suggest the rubber is ageing faster than expected for the mileage, potentially indicating prolonged standing or exposure to harsh conditions. The vehicle has no structural or suspension defects on record, which is encouraging for a compact SUV of this age. The mileage pattern is notably low, averaging roughly 4,433 miles per year over four years. Between the failed test on 1 May 2025 at 9,765 miles and the pass on the same date, the vehicle added no recorded miles before its retest. The jump to 17,732 miles by May 2026 represents an increase of 7,967 miles in just under twelve months, a sharp acceleration after a period of minimal use. This uneven accumulation raises questions about the vehicle's recent service history and whether lubrication, brake, and tyre maintenance kept pace with the sudden uptick in demand. The single mechanical fault on record, a binding nearside rear service brake flagged during the May 2025 failure, was rectified before the retest passed on the same day. No further brake-related advisories have appeared since, suggesting the issue was addressed promptly. However, binding calipers can recur if slide pins or hydraulics deteriorate, so a buyer should verify rear brake operation for drag, uneven pad wear, and smooth caliper movement during a test drive. The repeated tyre advisories across two consecutive years point to a pattern of perishing rather than simple wear. Inspect the sidewalls for deep cracking, check the date codes on all four tyres, and confirm whether the rubber is original or a recent replacement set. Given the low mileage, suspension components such as bushes, coil springs, and dampers are unlikely to show significant fatigue, but a physical underbody check for corrosion or impact damage remains prudent before purchase.