2017 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · YL17 KYX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a successful MOT on 8 May 2026 at 95,302 miles. This recent pass follows a minor failure on the same day involving headlamp aim and defective wiper blades, which were rectified immediately. The maintenance trend shows a transition from more significant mechanical advisories in previous years to purely consumable-based issues in the most recent test. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,589 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 9,391 miles in July 2020 to the current 95,302 miles. No significant periods of inactivity or irregular usage patterns are evident in the data, suggesting regular road use which helps prevent component seizure. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking systems. The May 2025 test at 71,941 miles flagged wear in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and worn axle swivel pins and bushes on both the nearside and offside rear. While these were passed, they indicate wear in the suspension geometry that may require monitoring. The brake history shows a pattern of fluctuating rear service brakes in 2025 and pitted front discs in 2023, suggesting the braking system undergoes regular wear and may require inspection for caliper sticking or disc thickness. The exhaust system also merits a physical check. The June 2023 failure at 41,838 miles noted an insecure flexible joint and corrosion. Although the 2026 test recorded no defects, the previous history of exhaust corrosion and lambda reading failures in 2025 suggests the emissions system and structural integrity of the exhaust should be verified for any signs of renewed degradation.