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AE17 PXG

2017 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,584 mi
Last recorded52,584 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE17 PXG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 52,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 46,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 41,990 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 35,677 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Mar 2022 30,246 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 28 Mar 2022 30,246 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Apr 2021 25,016 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting low on tread

both rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 11 Mar 2020 21,964 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 21,964 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid all (3.5 (a))

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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AE17 PXG is a 2017 Ford Focus in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 42,835 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE17 PXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 9 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE17 PXG?

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What year was AE17 PXG registered?

AE17 PXG is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is AE17 PXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE17 PXG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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