2019 Ford Ecosport 1.0L Petrol · YM69 RYK

The 2019 Ford Ecosport presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 10 June 2026 at 42,671 miles with zero defects recorded. That same day also saw a failed test for a non-functioning nearside front outer headlamp on dipped beam, a minor electrical defect that was evidently rectified immediately before the subsequent pass. The trajectory from 2023 to 2026 shows a clear resolution of earlier tyre wear issues, with no recurring mechanical or structural advisories appearing in the most recent two tests. This pattern suggests attentive ownership in the last two to three years. The vehicle has covered approximately 6,096 miles per year over its seven-year life, which sits squarely within typical annual usage for a compact crossover of this age. Mileage accumulation has been steady rather than erratic, progressing from 21,548 miles in December 2023 to 30,674 miles by December 2024, then to 39,339 miles by December 2025, and finally to 42,671 miles in June 2026. The slight deceleration in the most recent six-month interval, adding roughly 3,332 miles, is consistent with normal usage and raises no concern about long periods of inactivity or sudden high-mileage runs. The only notable defect in the full history was the December 2023 advisory for both front tyres wearing close to the legal limit and wearing on the edges. Edge wear on front tyres typically points to suspension geometry issues, most commonly worn tracking or misaligned front toe settings, though it can also reflect underinflation habits. The fact that no tyre defects reappeared in the subsequent three tests suggests the issue was addressed, but a buyer should still inspect the inner and outer shoulders of all four tyres for uneven wear patterns and have the front alignment checked. The headlamp failure in June 2026 was a one-off electrical item with no recurrence, though verifying all exterior lamps function correctly on both main and dipped beam remains sensible. Given the clean recent record, the primary focus during any in-person inspection should be the condition of suspension bushes, brake discs and pads, and the underside for corrosion, as these are the components most likely to show age-related deterioration on a seven-year-old vehicle with this mileage profile.