Ford Ecosport (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 14,696 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

92%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

1000cc Petrol

Great Choice

92% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 10 points above average.

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Petrol1000cc6 years old14,696 tests24k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1000cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

92% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Ford brand average of 85%.

92% of MOT tests on Ford Ecosports from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 14,696 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 24,494 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models1196th of 2,554(top half)

Rank among Ford models325th of 1,136(top half)

vs average of all models+10%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+0%(92% avg)

vs Ford average+7%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

24,494

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Ford Ecosport had 24,494 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Ford Ecosport by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	91%	812	18,702 mi
2021	90%	7,757	19,712 mi
2020	92%	14,696	24,494 mi
2019	91%	40,644	29,201 mi
2018	90%	37,586	36,335 mi
2017	85%	22,056	47,084 mi
2016	83%	24,134	53,947 mi
2015	80%	18,525	61,552 mi
2014	79%	4,675	69,660 mi

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About the 2020 Ford Ecosport

The 2020 Ford Ecosport is a city car. Our records list a 1000cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 14,696 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model matches that benchmark.

With an average of 24,494 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Ecosport owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 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 £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 Ford Ecosport?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Ford Ecosport Reliability Trend

Newer Ford Ecosports pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 9 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 Ford Ecosport

At 6 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. With 14,696 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2020 Ford Ecosport Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 1,522 MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Ecosport that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Lights and electrics47%
Same age: 23% (fails on this more often)
Tyres33%
Same age: 35%
Brakes23%
Same age: 18% (fails on this more often)
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors12%
Same age: 21% (fails on this less often)

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Ford Ecosport reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 Ford Ecosport stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Ford Ecosport(2020)	92%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780+£150

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 Ford Ecosport

Is the 2020 Ford Ecosport reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 92% of MOT tests on 2020 Ford Ecosports ended in a pass, from 14,696 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Ford Ecosport cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Ford Ecosport?

92% of 14,696 MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Ecosport ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1196th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top half).

Which year Ford Ecosport has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Ford Ecosport has the highest MOT pass rate at 92% and the 2014 the lowest at 79%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Ford Ecosport?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Ecosport is 24,494 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.