2016 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · SP66 YPD

The 2026‑01‑20 MOT passed with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness, yet the maintenance trend shows intermittent issues that have not been fully resolved. The 2024‑10‑24 test also recorded a pass, indicating recent remedial work, but recurring suspension and structural faults persist across multiple tests. The mileage pattern deviates from the typical 11,750 miles per year for a 2016 vehicle. From the 2024‑10‑24 reading of 108,235 miles to the 2026‑01‑20 reading of 117,498 miles, only 9,263 miles accumulated over 2.25 years, roughly 4,100 miles annually, suggesting periods of low use or standing. In contrast, the interval from the 2023‑04‑05 test at 94,152 miles to the 2024‑10‑24 test at 108,235 miles represents a gain of 14,083 miles in 1.5 years, about 9,400 miles per year, indicating a phase of higher usage before the recent tests. A buyer should inspect the front suspension arm pins and bushes, which have been flagged as worn in both 2023 tests, and examine the rear coil springs for corrosion, as these components show repeated deterioration. The drive shaft constant velocity boot exhibits severe deterioration and inner bearing wear, so a close check of the boot integrity and bearing play is essential. Tyre tread depth and edge wear on the front tyres, wiper blade effectiveness, and registration lamp operation should also be verified, given their recurrence in earlier failures. Finally, the rear brake assembly and wheel bearings require detailed scrutiny, as the 2023 record noted binding rear brakes and a rough wheel bearing, both of which can compromise safety. Structural rust on the coil springs may affect suspension stability, so a physical assessment of spring condition and mounting points is necessary before purchase.