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CF MOTO CF (2017)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 37 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

92%

Total Tests (2024)

37

Avg Mileage

3,479 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2017 CF MOTO CF reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%.

At 7 years old, 92% of CF MOTO CFs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 37 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 3,479 miles.

How does the 2017 CF MOTO CF compare?

Rank among all 2017 cars160th out of 579(top 28%)
Rank among all CF MOTO models4th out of 5(top 80%)
vs national average+10% (82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average+5% (87% avg)
vs CF MOTO average-2% (94% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2017 CF MOTO CF has 3,479 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

Best year to buy a CF MOTO CF?

The most reliable year is the 2015 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2016 model has the lowest at 85%. The 2017 sits between the two at 92%.

How much does a 2017 CF MOTO CF cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 800cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

CF MOTO CF by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201792%373,479 mi
201685%533,377 mi
201596%852,192 mi
201498%443,928 mi

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About the 2017 CF MOTO CF

The 2017 CF MOTO CF is a city car with a 800cc petrol engine. 37 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 3,479 miles at 7 years old, CF MOTO CF owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2017 CF MOTO CF Fuel Costs

The modest 800cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 CF MOTO CF?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2017 CF MOTO CF

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2015 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. Note: with only 37 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2017 CF MOTO CF

The CF MOTO CF is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: