FORD ECOSPORT (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40,644 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
40,644
Avg Mileage
29,201 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 FORD ECOSPORT reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 5 years old, 91% of FORD ECOSPORTs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40,644 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,201 miles.
How does the 2019 FORD ECOSPORT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 FORD ECOSPORT has 29,201 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a FORD ECOSPORT?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2014 model has the lowest at 79%. The 2019 sits between the two at 91%.
How much does a 2019 FORD ECOSPORT cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FORD ECOSPORT by Year
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About the 2019 FORD ECOSPORT
The 2019 FORD ECOSPORT is a city car with a 1000cc petrol engine. 40,644 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 29,201 miles at 5 years old, FORD ECOSPORT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2019 FORD ECOSPORT Fuel Costs
The modest 1000cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 FORD ECOSPORT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
FORD ECOSPORT Reliability Trend
Newer FORD ECOSPORTs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 FORD ECOSPORT
At 5 years old, the FORD ECOSPORT offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 92%. With 40,644 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2019 FORD ECOSPORT
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-1%) from 157,746 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-5%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-9%) from 90,285 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+1%) from 89,653 tests