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BW17 RZM

2017 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,581 mi
Last recorded78,581 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW17 RZM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 78,581 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% - nearside lagging slightly (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 75,097 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 69,984 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 64,118 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 58,107 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 53,578 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 53,578 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 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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BW17 RZM is a 2017 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel 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 BW17 RZM, 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 BW17 RZM registered?

BW17 RZM is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 July 2017.

Is BW17 RZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW17 RZM 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.

Does BW17 RZM have outstanding finance?

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