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2016 Ford Ecosport Titanium Tdci 1.5L Heavy oil · PA16 ALA

PA16 ALA

2016 Ford Ecosport Titanium Tdci (1.5L, heavy oil). First registered 20 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 92,467 miles. MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FORD ECOSPORT TITANIUM TDCI
Year / Origin
2016 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 20 Aug 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
92,467 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely Compliant
Fuel & Engine
HEAVY OIL · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 20 Aug 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
HEAVY OIL
Year
2016
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 22 August 2025 at 92,467 miles. This test recorded no defects, indicating that the mechanical and safety components currently meet minimum legal standards. While a failure was noted in May 2024 at 79,977 miles, the subsequent pass just two months later suggests the owner was proactive in addressing the identified faults immediately. The overall trend shows consistent maintenance standards over the last three years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-use family vehicle, averaging approximately 9,250 miles per annum. Between February 2022 at 63,945 miles and August 2025 at 92,467 miles, the vehicle covered nearly 29,000 miles, reflecting steady usage without excessive wear. The 11,949 mile jump between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests indicates a period of higher activity, yet the lack of advisories during this interval suggests the drivetrain and suspension have not been stressed by heavy long-distance driving. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas most prone to wear at this age and mileage. Given the 90,000-mile threshold, inspect the control arm bushes and coil springs for signs of perished rubber or corrosion, as these often degrade at this stage. Although the MOT record is clean, check the brake discs for uneven wear or thinning and examine the underside for surface rust on the sills and exhaust points to ensure the structural integrity remains sound despite the vehicle's age history.
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PA16 ALA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
  • 92,467 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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PA16 ALA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 16:31
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Ecosport Titanium Tdci (PA16 ALA) between February 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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PA16 ALA Mileage History

  1. 19/02/202263,945 mi
  2. 11/05/202479,977 mi+16,032 mi
  3. 19/07/202480,518 mi+541 mi
  4. 22/08/202592,467 mi+11,949 mi

Average of roughly 8,136 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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63
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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