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CV17 LXS

2017 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

49,464 mi
Last recorded49,464 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV17 LXS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 49,464 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 49,464 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 42,909 miles

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

signs of oil leak

Fail 5 Feb 2025 42,909 miles

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

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

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

signs of oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2024 37,094 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 33,851 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 33,850 miles

Offside Front Steering rack insecure steering arm to track rod end lock nut appears loose and excessive play (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 28,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 21,836 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Fail 23 Mar 2020 18,371 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

manufacturers under trays and covers fitted to vehicle obscuring vision to testable items

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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CV17 LXS is a 2017 Ford Focus in Blue with a 999cc petrol 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 CV17 LXS, 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 CV17 LXS registered?

CV17 LXS is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is CV17 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV17 LXS 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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