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BV17 OZJ

2017 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,021 mi
Last recorded128,021 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV17 OZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 128,021 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2026 128,021 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2025 120,427 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2025 120,427 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 110,247 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 110,247 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 100,862 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 92,496 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 86,139 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 77,878 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 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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BV17 OZJ is a 2017 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BV17 OZJ, 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.

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What year was BV17 OZJ registered?

BV17 OZJ is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 April 2017.

Is BV17 OZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV17 OZJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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