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AX16 BXC

2016 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

185,963 mi
Last recorded185,963 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Transit78,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX16 BXC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2026 185,963 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 142,990 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2025 142,990 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 108,217 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 98,511 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 86,346 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess central gearbox/engine mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

corroded exhaust system

small stone chips in windscreen

Pass 18 Aug 2021 73,540 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 73,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Aug 2020 58,999 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 44,179 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 44,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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AX16 BXC is a 2016 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 78,626 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 Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX16 BXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 10 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX16 BXC registered?

AX16 BXC is a 2016 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 August 2016.

Is AX16 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX16 BXC 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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