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BG16 HNT

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

106,314 mi
Last recorded106,314 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG16 HNT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 106,314 miles

Unknown object loose inside offside rear tyre

Fail 17 Jun 2026 106,311 miles

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

Unknown object loose inside offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2025 87,859 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 86,966 miles

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

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

Front bumper slightly loose but unlikely to fall

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 84,941 miles

Front Front bumper slightly loose but unlikely to fall

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

Fail 16 Oct 2023 84,941 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Front bumper slightly loose but unlikely to fall

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

TPMS light on but not indicating system fault

Pass 31 Oct 2022 74,892 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 74,578 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 64,083 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 64,083 miles

Headlamp aim too low both side (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 50,644 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2019 36,363 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 36,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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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BG16 HNT is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 BG16 HNT, 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 BG16 HNT registered?

BG16 HNT is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is BG16 HNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG16 HNT shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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