Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2017 Ford Focus Petrol 2261cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. The 2.3 EcoBoost engine is known for head gasket and carbon buildup on intake valves (gdi-specific). Common Ford Focus issues include door latch failure and squeaky door seals / a-pillar noise.
MOT & Mileage History for OW17 EWL
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Full MOT Test History 1 test on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2011–2018), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Door Latch Failure
Pawl spring tab fractures, causing doors to unlatch unexpectedly while driving. · Typical repair: Free if under DVSA recall R/2015/173 (or Ford 15S26); otherwise £200-£400 per door at indie garage.
Squeaky Door Seals / A-Pillar Noise
Seals loosen or degrade, allowing wind noise and vibration. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (new seals + labour).
Excessive Battery Discharge / BCM Water Ingress
Washer fluid leaks down wires into BCM, causing drain and fault codes. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (clean BCM + new pump if needed).
Powershift Gearbox Jerking/Shuddering (Auto Variants Only)
Clutch wear or sensor failure causes harsh shifts. · Typical repair: £400-£1,500 (sensor/clutch pack).
Head Gasket (wrong-spec gasket for Focus RS application)
Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves (GDI-specific)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OW17 EWL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2261cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About OW17 EWL
What car is OW17 EWL?
OW17 EWL is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (2261cc). First registered in Oxford in 2017.
Has OW17 EWL passed its MOT?
OW17 EWL has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2020.
Is OW17 EWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW17 EWL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is OW17 EWL?
OW17 EWL is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.