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FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN (2021)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 794 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,555

£130/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £1555/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol998cc5 years old794 tests21k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,555
Per month£130/mo
Per week£30/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%.

At 5 years old, 88% of FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGNs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 794 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,549 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 cars2830th of 3,373(top 84%)
Rank among FORD models535th of 1,167(top 46%)
vs national average+6%(82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-4%(92% avg)
vs FORD average+3%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

20,549

Average miles

vs

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2021 FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN has 20,549 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.

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About the 2021 FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN

The 2021 FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 794 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 84% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 20,549 miles at 5 years old, FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN 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 £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 2021 FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,555 130/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN

At 5 years old, the FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN 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

Based on the 2021 FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 ST-LINE DESIGN stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE DESIGN(2021)88%£955£195Grp 1-8£1555
FORD FIESTA(2019)91%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£155
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582+£27
VAUXHALL CORSA(2019)88%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£177
AUDI A3(2019)92%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£155

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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