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BG17 TVJ

2017 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,805 mi
Last recorded47,805 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG17 TVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 47,805 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 46,199 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 40,363 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 40,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 37,111 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2022 34,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205 55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Fail 15 Mar 2022 34,897 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205 55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2021 30,577 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 26,318 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 TVJ is a 2017 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,499cc 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 TVJ, 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 TVJ registered?

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

Is BG17 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG17 TVJ 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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