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BJ17 FXG

2017 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,685 mi
Last recorded75,685 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ17 FXG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 75,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads wearing low (close to limit) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 75,558 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid brake fluid leaking from caliper bleed nipple (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads wearing low (close to limit) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 71,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on outer side wall /cuts in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge l/tyre wearing low (close to limit) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 67,392 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 63,537 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 58,383 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 51,705 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2020

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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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BJ17 FXG is a 2017 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BJ17 FXG, 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 BJ17 FXG registered?

BJ17 FXG is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 June 2017.

Is BJ17 FXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ17 FXG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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