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BJ16 HSC

2016 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,892 mi
Last recorded45,892 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 HSC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 45,892 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 34,504 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 24,112 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 24,081 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2024 24,081 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 23,995 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 22,770 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 18,780 miles

engine covers and vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2020 16,110 miles

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

engine covers and vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2019 11,398 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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BJ16 HSC is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BJ16 HSC, 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 BJ16 HSC registered?

BJ16 HSC is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 May 2016.

Is BJ16 HSC safe to buy?

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