2017 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- FORD
- Year
- 2017
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Colour
- SILVER
- Engine
- 1499 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Taxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Valid
- MOT due
- 10 January 2027 (210 days away)
- Last recorded mileage
- 0 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 62/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2017 Ford has 8 MOT tests on record with a 88% pass rate. The recurring brake advisories also warrant careful inspection.
The vehicle shows extremely low annual mileage averaging 3,661 miles/year, with a critical anomaly of only +1,530 miles between Jan 2021 and Jan 2022, suggesting potential odometer fraud.
Things to check
- Mileage significantly below average: 33,033 miles over 8 years (UK average: 65,014 miles).
- Critical mileage anomaly: +1,530 miles between Jan 2021 and Jan 2022, a red flag for odometer integrity.
- Severe engine history: Community reports list turbo, head gasket, and coolant leak issues for this 2.0L Ecoboost diesel engine.
- Engine overheating and coolant leak: Persistent owner-reported faults for 2017 model, indicating potential underlying issues.
Working in its favour
- Strong MOT record: 7 of 8 tests passed, with no dangerous defects recorded.
- Long MOT validity: Valid MOT until January 2027, offering peace of mind for over a year.
- Consistent low mileage: Average annual usage of 3,661 miles suggests light use and potential lower wear.
- No recent major failures: The single failure in 2025 was immediately rectified, showing responsive ownership.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 7/8 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2020 | PASS | — |
ADVISORY COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION
|
| Jan 2021 | PASS | 19,900 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2022 | PASS | 21,430 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2023 | PASS | 23,853 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2024 | PASS | 27,111 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
|
| Jan 2025 | FAIL | 30,106 mi |
MAJOR Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Front wiper blades worn and split, not clearing screen. (3.4 (b) (ii)) ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides pads wearing low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides pads wearing low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
|
| Jan 2025 | PASS | 30,106 mi |
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides pads wearing low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides pads wearing low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
|
| Jan 2026 | PASS | 33,033 mi |
ADVISORY engine covers fitted
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About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BW17 SDO, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.