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BV17 VDG

2017 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,916 mi
Last recorded76,916 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV17 VDG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 76,916 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 66,977 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 61,893 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 56,182 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 47,672 miles
Pass 14 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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BV17 VDG is a 2017 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BV17 VDG, 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 VDG?

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What year was BV17 VDG registered?

BV17 VDG is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 May 2017.

Is BV17 VDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV17 VDG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV17 VDG have outstanding finance?

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