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A25 SBS

2017 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,646 mi
Last recorded86,646 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA25 SBS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 86,646 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both bald (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 62,143 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 54,493 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 48,430 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mid to rear pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 48,430 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mid to rear pipe plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 40,156 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 31,663 miles
Pass 21 Apr 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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A25 SBS is a 2017 Ford Focus in Grey with a 999cc 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 A25 SBS, 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

How do I check the history of A25 SBS?

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What year was A25 SBS registered?

A25 SBS is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2017.

Is A25 SBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A25 SBS 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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