FORD ESCAPE (2015)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
40
Avg Mileage
83,357 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,717
Is the 2015 FORD ESCAPE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 9 years old, 90% of FORD ESCAPEs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 83,357 miles.
How does the 2015 FORD ESCAPE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2015 FORD ESCAPE has 83,357 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2015 FORD ESCAPE 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 ESCAPE by Year
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About the 2015 FORD ESCAPE
The 2015 FORD ESCAPE is a family car with a 2000cc petrol engine. 40 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2015, the average MOT pass rate is 83%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 83,357 miles at 9 years old, FORD ESCAPE owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2015 FORD ESCAPE Fuel Costs
The 2000cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2015 FORD ESCAPE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,717 (£143/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2015 FORD ESCAPE
At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2015 FORD ESCAPE
The FORD ESCAPE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2013) 78% pass rate (-12%) from 132,292 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2013) 72% pass rate (-18%) from 84,989 tests
- MERCEDES C (2014) 85% pass rate (-5%) from 54,729 tests
- RENAULT CLIO (2013) 73% pass rate (-17%) from 40,822 tests