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AV16 TXL

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

108,055 mi
Last recorded108,055 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV16 TXL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 108,055 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 102,856 miles

CORROSION TO REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

WIPER BLADES SMEARING

Fail 22 Jan 2025 102,855 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed TRAD PATTERN CUT TO CORD (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

CORROSION TO REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

Nearside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

WIPER BLADES SMEARING

Pass 8 Dec 2023 100,887 miles

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 8 Dec 2023 100,887 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215 50 17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 23 Nov 2022 96,994 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2022 96,994 miles

Front Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 96,968 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 81,054 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 64,615 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 40,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 215/50/17 (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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AV16 TXL is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AV16 TXL, 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 AV16 TXL?

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What year was AV16 TXL registered?

AV16 TXL is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 May 2016.

Is AV16 TXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV16 TXL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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