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DS17 XXN

2017 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,979 mi
Last recorded84,979 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Transit73,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS17 XXN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 84,979 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2025 77,285 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 69,707 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 60,710 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 60,710 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2022 51,246 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 40,796 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 29,450 miles
Pass 11 May 2020

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How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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DS17 XXN is a 2017 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 73,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS17 XXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 9 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DS17 XXN?

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What year was DS17 XXN registered?

DS17 XXN is a 2017 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 May 2017.

Is DS17 XXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS17 XXN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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