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AK16 AZV

2016 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,952 mi
Last recorded110,952 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 AZV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 110,952 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 104,949 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 96,837 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2024 96,837 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 86,766 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both starting to wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre misshaping

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tyre feathering inner edge

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 77,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 67,673 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 67,673 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 56,498 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 38,702 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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AK16 AZV is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK16 AZV, 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.

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What year was AK16 AZV registered?

AK16 AZV is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is AK16 AZV safe to buy?

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