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DG17 UME

2017 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

59,696 mi
Last recorded59,696 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG17 UME
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 59,696 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive around back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2026 59,596 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive around back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 57,345 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2025 52,165 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 55,208 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 53,670 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 53,668 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 45,541 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 44,726 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge and 2.6mm tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 31,241 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 22,207 miles

Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

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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DG17 UME is a 2017 Ford Focus in Grey with a 2,261cc 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 DG17 UME, 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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What year was DG17 UME registered?

DG17 UME is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 March 2017.

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