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CU17 RXM

2017 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,129 mi
Last recorded52,129 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU17 RXM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 52,129 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 52,129 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 49,976 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 48,066 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 48,066 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 45,790 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 45,709 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 44,016 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 41,906 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 41,451 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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CU17 RXM is a 2017 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CU17 RXM, 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 CU17 RXM?

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What year was CU17 RXM registered?

CU17 RXM is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 April 2017.

Is CU17 RXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU17 RXM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CU17 RXM have outstanding finance?

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