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BD16 HVL

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,521 mi
Last recorded103,521 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD16 HVL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 103,521 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 94,146 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 79,703 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 73,373 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2023 73,373 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 64,652 miles

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

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

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

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2021 53,577 miles

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

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

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

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2019 39,472 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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BD16 HVL is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD16 HVL, 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 BD16 HVL registered?

BD16 HVL is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is BD16 HVL safe to buy?

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