FORD ECOSPORT MOT pass rate
86.0% of 150,890 FORD ECOSPORT MOT tests pass.
The ECOSPORT passes its MOT 86.0% of the time — well above the average across all FORD models, which sits at 76.4%.
The FORD ECOSPORT passes its MOT 86.0% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 89.3% at 0–3 years to 72.3% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 89.3% | 7,172 | 18,466 miles |
| 3–6 years | 90.5% | 76,396 | 29,300 miles |
| 6–10 years | 80.7% | 66,289 | 51,228 miles |
| 10–15 years | 72.3% | 1,033 | 70,728 miles |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the FORD ECOSPORT
The most common reason the FORD ECOSPORT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 53.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 53.4% | Not working |
| Brakes | 25.1% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Tyres | 24.1% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 14.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.5% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Suspension | 7.6% | Swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn |
| Body, chassis, structure | 6.6% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 4.4% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.5% | Buckle not functioning as intended |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.7% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related FORD models
- FORD FIESTA — 73.9% pass rate
- FORD FOCUS — 76.3% pass rate
- FORD TRANSIT — 70.8% pass rate
- FORD KUGA — 85.6% pass rate
- FORD MONDEO — 73.4% pass rate
- FORD KA — 72.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the FORD ECOSPORT?
- 86.0% of FORD ECOSPORT MOT tests pass, based on 150,890 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the FORD ECOSPORT?
- The most common reason the FORD ECOSPORT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 53.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the FORD ECOSPORT's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the FORD service history guide for how to check and keep one.