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AP16 ZHZ

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,883 mi
Last recorded40,883 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 ZHZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 40,883 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 38,330 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2024 38,330 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 36,302 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 36,302 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 34,635 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 32,967 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 31,275 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 29,269 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and shields restricts view

Fail 18 Jul 2019 29,269 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and shields restricts view

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AP16 ZHZ is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue 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 AP16 ZHZ, 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 AP16 ZHZ registered?

AP16 ZHZ is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 August 2016.

Is AP16 ZHZ safe to buy?

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