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CH57 ARE

2017 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

108,471 mi
Last recorded108,471 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCH57 ARE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 108,471 miles

All tyres worn on inner edges

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Feb 2026 108,471 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front & rear (0.1 (d))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

All tyres worn on inner edges

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Feb 2025 95,839 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 95,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 84,334 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 67,113 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2023 67,112 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 48,741 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 45,955 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 45,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 30,568 miles

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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CH57 ARE is a 2017 Ford Focus in White with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CH57 ARE, 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 CH57 ARE?

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What year was CH57 ARE registered?

CH57 ARE is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2017.

Is CH57 ARE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CH57 ARE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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