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EF17 EVU

2017 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,423 mi
Last recorded71,423 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF17 EVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 71,423 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2024 61,838 miles

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

Undertrays Fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2024 61,838 miles

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

Undertrays Fitted

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 53,441 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2022 44,432 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low on tread and slight perishing (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2021 34,841 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 26,261 miles

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

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

all four tyres showing signs of age

Pass 22 May 2020

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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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EF17 EVU is a 2017 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EF17 EVU, 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 EF17 EVU registered?

EF17 EVU is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 May 2017.

Is EF17 EVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF17 EVU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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