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AK16 TJU

2016 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

82,603 mi
Last recorded82,603 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 TJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 82,603 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 73,780 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 65,485 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 18 Jul 2024 65,383 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 54,156 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 54,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 46,517 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Under-trays/covers fitted.

Fail 20 Jul 2022 46,517 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Under-trays/covers fitted.

Pass 13 Jul 2021 37,165 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 29,887 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 18,727 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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 TJU is a 2016 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 TJU, 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

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What year was AK16 TJU registered?

AK16 TJU is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2016.

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The MOT history for AK16 TJU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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