Ford Ecosport Active (2022)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 33 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,780

£148/month

MOT Pass Rate

85%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

Solid Option

85% pass rate, £1,780/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol998cc4 years old33 tests17k 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

£350

Total per year£1,780

Per month£148/mo

Per week£34/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

85% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.

85% of MOT tests on Ford Ecosport Actives from 2022 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 2 years old. That's based on 33 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 16,677 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2022 models1013th of 1,057(bottom 5%)

Rank among Ford models682nd of 1,136(bottom half)

vs average of all models+3%(82% avg)

vs 2022 models average-9%(94% avg)

vs Ford average+0%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

16,677

Average miles

14,800

Expected for age

The average 2022 Ford Ecosport Active had 16,677 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-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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About the 2022 Ford Ecosport Active

The 2022 Ford Ecosport Active is a city car. Our records list a 998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 33 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 5% of 2022 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 16,677 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Ecosport Active owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2022 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 2022 Ford Ecosport Active?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,780 (£148/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2022 Ford Ecosport Active

At 4 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. Note: with only 33 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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

Low 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 2022 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(2022)	85%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,780
Ford Fiesta(2020)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£150
Nissan Qashqai(2021)	94%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853+£73
Audi Q2(2020)	94%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£150
Toyota Aygo(2021)	95%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£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 2022 Ford Ecosport Active

Is the 2022 Ford Ecosport Active reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 85% of MOT tests on 2022 Ford Ecosport Actives ended in a pass, from 33 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2022 Ford Ecosport Active cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,780 a year (£148 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2022 Ford Ecosport Active?

85% of 33 MOT tests on the 2022 Ford Ecosport Active ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1013th of 1,057 models first registered in 2022 (bottom 5%).

What is the average mileage for a 2022 Ford Ecosport Active?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2022 Ford Ecosport Active is 16,677 miles, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.