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BG17 RSU

2017 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,606 mi
Last recorded99,606 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG17 RSU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 99,606 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 93,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing inner edge x1 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking inner edge x1 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 93,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam DS3 bulb 35w att (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing inner edge x1 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking inner edge x1 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 85,055 miles

tpms light on

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners ()

Pass 1 Feb 2023 78,246 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 20 Jan 2022 65,341 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2022 65,341 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 40,758 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 4,808 miles

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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BG17 RSU is a 2017 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,997cc diesel 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 BG17 RSU, 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

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What year was BG17 RSU registered?

BG17 RSU is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is BG17 RSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG17 RSU 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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