2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · VB08 SAZ
2017 Ford Focus (1.5L, diesel). First registered 29 Sept 2017. Recorded mileage 100,228 miles. MOT valid until 03 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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VB08 SAZ Key Findings
- 7 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2026
- 100,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VB08 SAZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
7 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Ford Focus (VB08 SAZ) between September 2020 and May 2026.
The record contains 7 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
VB08 SAZ Mileage History
- 25/09/202031,694 mi
- 22/09/202142,547 mi+10,853 mi
- 02/05/202253,095 mi+10,548 mi
- 05/05/202364,962 mi+11,867 mi
- 26/04/202476,299 mi+11,337 mi
- 25/04/202588,803 mi+12,504 mi
- 01/05/2026100,228 mi+11,425 mi
Average of roughly 12,245 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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