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FH17 TMV

2017 Ds DS3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,031 mi
Last recorded121,031 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Ds DS335,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH17 TMV
MakeDs
ModelDS3
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 121,031 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective & Rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 112,319 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2024 100,902 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 May 2024 100,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 87,844 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 May 2023 87,843 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S/F & O/S/F (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/S/R & O/S/R (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 73,893 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 12 May 2021 63,135 miles

Zero Emitter,No smoke readings available

Fail 12 May 2021 63,135 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Zero Emitter,No smoke readings available

Pass 17 Aug 2020 48,150 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear most hanger snapped but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 48,150 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective Rear most hanger snapped but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020

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How Reliable is the Ds DS3?

Based on 289,414 MOT tests across 35,001 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,540
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
35,001
On UK Roads
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FH17 TMV is a 2017 Ds DS3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Ds DS3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 35,357 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Ds DS3 typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 9 years old, this Ds DS3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH17 TMV?

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What year was FH17 TMV registered?

FH17 TMV is a 2017 Ds DS3, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is FH17 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH17 TMV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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