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A16 STR

2010 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,950 mi
Last recorded128,950 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Ford Focus70,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 STR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 128,950 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 122,015 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 113,217 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 106,354 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 98,936 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 91,742 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 85,714 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 77,217 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 69,149 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 60,994 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 55,369 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 46,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 37,046 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 28,155 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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A16 STR is a 2010 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 70,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 STR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 16 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A16 STR?

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What year was A16 STR registered?

A16 STR is a 2010 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 July 2010.

Is A16 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 STR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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