‹ Ford Focus2017 Ford Focus: MOT pass rate and common faults
63,253 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
80.8%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2017 Ford Focus80.8%
- All 2017 cars78.2%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 12,157 failed first MOTs with a fault in each area. A test can count in more than one area, so these add up to more than 100%.
- Lights and electrics38.6%
- Tyres35.6%
- Brakes16.3%
- Noise, emissions, leaks12.2%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors11.9%
- Suspension9.1%
- Body, chassis, structure3.9%
- Wheels1.9%
- Steering1.2%
- Number plates and VIN1.1%
- Seat belts and airbags1.0%
Typical mileage at test60,300
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2017 Ford Focus
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.