Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Ford Roller Team?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Ford Roller Team?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Ford Roller Team?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2017 Ford Roller Team reliable?

Based on MOT data from 154 vehicles, the 2017 Ford Roller Team has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Ford Roller Team?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Roller Team (2017)

154 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2017 Ford Roller Team

CarHunch analysed 154 real MOT records for the 2017 Ford Roller Team. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Ford Roller Team is a strong performer, with a 91.9% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and only 3.9% of vehicles ever recorded a dangerous defect—a low safety concern. Petrol and diesel breakdowns aren't available for this model, so reliability is broadly consistent across the fuel type.

These vehicles average just 23,448 miles at test, which is typical for a six-year-old car, and owners encounter roughly 0.62 failures and 2.7 advisories per MOT—suggesting they're generally well-maintained and free from major wear. Before buying, ask the seller for full service history and check for any pattern in those advisories, as consistent minor issues can mount up.

We have limited data for the 2017 Ford Roller Team — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.62

Over 6.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 13k–30k

For context

These stats describe 154 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 154 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Ford Roller Team vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

20,191

typical

13,077

low mileage

30,334

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Ford Roller Team vehicles fall between 13,077 and 30,334 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,077 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 13,077–30,334 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Ford Roller Teams sit.

⚠ Over 40,950 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Ford Roller Team — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Ford Roller Teams are still on the road.

Strong survival — 139 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.62

Avg failures per vehicle

2.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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