2017 Ford Focus 2.0L Diesel · A21 LCA
2017 Ford Focus (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2017. Recorded mileage 73,992 miles. MOT valid until 24/10/2026. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,992 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1997cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
A21 LCA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 73,992 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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A21 LCA Mileage History
- 26/10/202243,733 mi
- 19/10/202356,068 mi+12,335 mi
- 23/10/202462,862 mi+6,794 mi
- 24/10/202462,863 mi+1 mi
- 15/10/202573,992 mi+11,129 mi
Average of roughly 10,187 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A21 LCA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Ford Focus (A21 LCA) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Approach with caution but this 2017 Ford Focus diesel is broadly usable if priced correctly. The parking brake failure in 2024 was rectified the next day and recent advisories point to wear items rather than structural faults.
Negotiate on the basis that the October 2025 MOT lists front and rear brake discs and pads wearing thin, both front tyres worn on the edge and close to the limit, and a nearside front seat belt with slightly damaged webbing. A set of front tyres and a brake refresh could be used as leverage to take £200-£400 off the asking price. Ask for service history confirming the 2024 oil leak was investigated and the parking brake mechanism was properly repaired after the 2024-10-23 failure. The 2.0 TDCi engine in this Focus is generally robust but the recorded oil leak and brake wear mean evidence of regular servicing matters more than usual.
As a 1997cc diesel registered in March 2017, this Focus will fall into a higher VED band than smaller petrols, typically around £190 per year for post-April 2017 diesels, though confirm the exact rate from the seller. Insurance group for a 2.0 diesel Focus of this era is usually mid-range, with diesel fuel economy of 55-65 mpg realistic on mixed driving. Routine maintenance such as the tyres and brakes flagged in the last MOT will add to costs, and an annual running cost estimate of £1,200-£1,500 including fuel, tax, insurance and upkeep is sensible.
Check the parking brake operation thoroughly given the 2024-10-23 failure for offside rear inoperative parking brake and below-requirement efficiency, even though it passed the next day. Inspect both front tyres for edge wear as noted at the 2025 and 2023 tests, and confirm the nearside front seat belt webbing is not further frayed than the 'slightly damaged' described. Look underneath for any fresh oil leakage following the 2024 advisories, and examine front and rear brake discs and pads for the wear the October 2025 test highlighted.
This blue 2017 Ford Focus 2.0 litre diesel (A21LCA) shows 73,992 miles on its latest October 2025 MOT, which is a reasonable distance for an eight-year-old car. The history includes one failed MOT in October 2024 for a parking brake fault and oil leak, both addressed before a pass 24 hours later. Recent advisories highlight brake and tyre wear plus a slightly frayed seat belt webbing, suggesting routine maintenance is due rather than major repairs.
No aggregate MOT reliability data was available for the Ford Focus, so this assessment relies solely on the individual history of A21LCA.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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