2015 Ford Ecosport 1.5L Petrol · SB15 OKT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in early June 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test at 65,102 miles cleared the vehicle, the failure just three days prior at 65,003 miles highlighted significant neglect regarding parking brake efficiency, lighting, and tyres. The recurring issues suggest the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT certificate, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance between annual inspections. At 11 years old, the Ford EcoSport has covered a lower-than-average mileage, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The data shows a recent burst of activity between June 2024 and June 2025, where the vehicle covered roughly 5,900 miles, followed by another 7,500 miles in the final year. This relatively low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components, which is evidenced by the aging and cracking of the tyres and the persistent corrosion on the coil springs despite the low distance driven. A buyer must closely inspect the rear suspension, as both nearside and offside coil springs have been flagged for corrosion since at least 2024. This persistent issue has not been rectified and poses a risk of structural failure if the corrosion progresses. The failure of the nearside front track rod end in 2025 indicates that the steering geometry is prone to wear, necessitating a thorough check for play in other ball joints and bushings to ensure the vehicle remains stable. The brake system also requires attention following the June 2026 failure for parking brake efficiency and excessive lever movement. The buyer should verify the mechanism is properly adjusted and that the cables are not seized. Given the history of tyres reaching legal limits or showing perishing, a physical inspection of all four tyres for sidewall cracking and depth is essential, as the low-mileage profile has led to dry rot rather than simple tread wear.