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DF17 VLW

2017 Ford B-max

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,206 mi
Last recorded44,206 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford B-max26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF17 VLW
MakeFord
ModelB-max
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 44,206 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 44,206 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 39,885 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both front wipers (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x seats fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2025 39,885 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both front wipers (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x seats fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2024 36,560 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 32,367 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 28,717 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 28,716 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 26,087 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 23,314 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020

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How Reliable is the Ford B-max?

Based on 614,337 MOT tests across 56,128 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
4,708
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
56,128
On UK Roads
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DF17 VLW is a 2017 Ford B-max in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2017 Ford B-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 26,760 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Ford B-max typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 9 years old, this Ford B-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF17 VLW registered?

DF17 VLW is a 2017 Ford B-max, first registered on 7 July 2017.

Is DF17 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF17 VLW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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