2015 Ford Ecosport 1.5L Petrol · SW65 CYA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having a clean pass in its most recent inspection on October 7 2025 at 33,796 miles. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory, as the owner successfully addressed the steering and exhaust defects identified in the previous year. While earlier tests showed recurring wear, the latest lack of advisories or failures indicates the vehicle has been brought up to required standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,072 miles per year. Between September 2022 and October 2024, the car covered only 2,424 miles, suggesting long periods of inactivity or very short-distance use. While this reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and brake hardware, which is consistent with the recurring issues with suspension bushes and steering linkages noted in the history. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front-end suspension geometry. The record shows a persistent pattern of wear on the offside front track rod end and suspension arm bushes spanning from 2022 to 2024. Although these were reportedly rectified, the tester flagged play in the steering ball joint twice, suggesting these components may be prone to age-related perish rather than high mileage. Verify the rear exhaust system to ensure the corrosion leak noted in 2024 has been fully replaced rather than merely patched.