2015 Ford Ecosport 1.5L Petrol · PF65 OMM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion and suspension integrity. While it passed the recent April 2026 test at 46,433 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior at 46,398 miles. That failure highlighted significant defects including separated front wishbone bushes on both sides and an improperly adjusted parking brake. The transition from failure to pass indicates the necessary repairs were made recently, but the underlying issue of oxidation remains present despite the low mileage. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 46,433 is exceptionally low, averaging only 4,221 miles per year. This low usage profile often correlates with vehicles left stationary for long periods, which can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces. The gap between the April 2024 test at 37,760 miles and the 2025 test at 42,116 miles shows consistent annual use, yet the lack of high-mileage has not prevented the progression of rust noted on the chassis. A buyer must inspect the fuel neck and filler pipes thoroughly, as these have been flagged as corroded in both 2024 and 2026. The recurring corrosion on the rear coil springs, noted consistently since 2023, suggests that under-body rust is a persistent threat to the vehicle's structural integrity components. Furthermore, the previous failure of the front suspension arm bushes and the report of a defective central lower gearbox mounting in 2024 indicate that the vehicle's rubber-bound components are prone to dry rotting or separating. The parking brake should also be tested to ensure the excessive movement noted in the April 2026 failure has been fully rectified and remains firm under pressure.