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CL03 DEG

2017 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,240 mi
Last recorded81,240 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCL03 DEG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 81,240 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2026 81,223 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Sensors not detected (5.2.3 (h))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Engine oil overfilled

Nearside Front Fog lamp not working

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

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

Offside Front Alloy wheel welded

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

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

Oil service on dash

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 78,825 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 75,651 miles

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

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

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

TPMS light on dash

coolant level low

oil level over max

service light on dash

Pass 10 Dec 2022 71,365 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 66,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm / outer wall chipped (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Alloy welded repair done satisfactorily

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

TPMS light on

Pass 24 Dec 2020 53,071 miles
Pass 30 Mar 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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CL03 DEG is a 2017 Ford Focus in Grey 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 CL03 DEG, 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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CL03 DEG is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2017.

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