Ford Ecosport Active (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 1,025 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

998cc Petrol

Great Choice

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

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Petrol998cc5 years old1,025 tests19k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)

~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 Ecosport Actives from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 1,025 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 18,588 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models1876th of 3,336(bottom half)

Rank among Ford models341st of 1,136(top half)

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

vs 2021 models average+0%(92% avg)

vs Ford average+7%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

18,588

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Ford Ecosport Active had 18,588 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Ford Ecosport Active by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	85%	33	16,677 mi
2021	92%	1,025	18,588 mi

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Ford Fiesta

2019 · 998cc Petrol

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£1,853/year

92%

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£2,003/year

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About the 2021 Ford Ecosport Active

The 2021 Ford Ecosport Active is a city car. Our records list a 998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 1,025 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model matches that benchmark.

With an average of 18,588 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Ecosport Active owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Ford Ecosport Active Fuel Costs

The modest 998cc 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 2021 Ford Ecosport Active?

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.

Buying a Used 2021 Ford Ecosport Active

At 5 years old, the Ford Ecosport Active offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

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 2021 Ford Ecosport Active 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 Active(2021)	92%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
Audi A3(2019)	92%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same

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 2021 Ford Ecosport Active

Is the 2021 Ford Ecosport Active reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 92% of MOT tests on 2021 Ford Ecosport Actives ended in a pass, from 1,025 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 2021 Ford Ecosport Active 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 2021 Ford Ecosport Active?

92% of 1,025 MOT tests on the 2021 Ford Ecosport Active ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1876th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Ford Ecosport Active?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Ford Ecosport Active is 18,588 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.