2015 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · SP65 RXB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test on 12 August 2025 at 67,578 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just one mile prior. That failure flagged both windscreen wipers failing and a nearside front track rod end with excessive play. While the vehicle passed the test, the note that the handbrake only just met requirements suggests that the braking mechanism is approaching the limit of its operational tolerance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. Between the July 2023 test at 48,476 miles and the July 2024 test at 58,164 miles, the car covered roughly 10,000 miles. Another 9,400 miles were recorded in the following year. This relatively steady and relatively low annual mileage suggests light use but often exposes rubber and plastic components to age-related degradation rather than high-frequency wear. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension for further signs of wear in the joints, as the track rod end failure in 2025 indicates the steering geometry components are nearing the end of their life. The handbrake warning in the latest record warrants a thorough check of the parking brake cable tension and rear drum adjustment to ensure it is not seizing or slipping. Given the previous failure of the wipers and stop lamps, verify that all electrical components and wiper blades are currently functional to avoid immediate post-purchase costs.