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2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · SW17 AAJ

SW17 AAJ

2017 Ford Focus (1.5L, diesel). First registered 04/05/2017. Recorded mileage 107,244 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2017 · Aberdeen
MOT Status
Valid until 21/05/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
107,244 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 21/05/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2017
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following previous mechanical failures. The most recent test on 22 May 2025 at 107,244 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and safety issues identified in prior years were addressed. While the history shows instances of failure, the subsequent clean passes suggest the vehicle is currently being maintained to a functional operational standard. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old Ford, averaging approximately 12,000 miles annually. Data shows a steady accumulation of roughly 10,000 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, followed by another 10,000 miles between March 2024 and May 2025. This regular usage suggests the car is driven consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber-based components and prevents fluid contamination. A buyer should focus inspection on the specific components that caused the failures in March 2023 and March 2024, although the provided record does not list the specific reason for those faults. The recurring nature of failures within short intervals suggests that certain wear items, such as suspension bushes or brake system components, may require more frequent monitoring. A physical inspection of the underside for corrosion on the structural integrity is necessary, given the vehicle has exceeded the 100,000-mile mark.

SW17 AAJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2025
  • 107,244 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
48
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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SW17 AAJ Mileage History

  1. 03/03/202386,938 mi
  2. 09/03/202386,984 mi+46 mi
  3. 07/03/202497,373 mi+10,389 mi
  4. 07/03/202497,373 mi
  5. 22/05/2025107,244 mi+9,871 mi

Average of roughly 9,147 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SW17 AAJ MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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 (SW17 AAJ) between March 2023 and May 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 22 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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