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BK16 HVA

2016 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

135,197 mi
Last recorded135,197 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK16 HVA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 135,197 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 123,954 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to canvas inner edge and 3mm depth (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear heatshield is loose above rear exhaust section

Fail 4 Nov 2024 123,954 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to canvas inner edge and 3mm depth (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear heatshield is loose above rear exhaust section

Pass 1 Nov 2023 112,647 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 102,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 102,253 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect refitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working 501a bulb (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 91,728 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 91,728 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 81,727 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2019 55,033 miles

Bonnet Covers & Under-trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

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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BK16 HVA is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BK16 HVA, 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 BK16 HVA registered?

BK16 HVA is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 April 2016.

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