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BV17 RFN

2017 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,164 mi
Last recorded134,164 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV17 RFN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2026 134,164 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror cover missing.

Tyre pressure monitoring system light

Pass 30 Apr 2025 119,544 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 102,406 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 90,088 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge main tread 2.5mm and inner edge wear 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 May 2023 90,088 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge main tread 2.5mm and inner edge wear 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 83,189 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 72,847 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 46,460 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

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

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 RFN is a 2017 Ford Focus in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RFN, 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 BV17 RFN?

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What year was BV17 RFN registered?

BV17 RFN is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is BV17 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV17 RFN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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