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AE16 SXM

2016 Ford Focus

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,985 mi
Last recorded27,985 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 SXM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 27,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 24,265 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 24,265 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 22,189 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 22,187 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 18,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 18,596 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 18,596 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 12,770 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 10,992 miles

Nearside side repeater lamp lens slight damage

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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AE16 SXM is a 2016 Ford Focus in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 48,156 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE16 SXM, 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 10 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE16 SXM?

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What year was AE16 SXM registered?

AE16 SXM is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is AE16 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 SXM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE16 SXM have outstanding finance?

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