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BL16 TXO

2016 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,082 mi
Last recorded61,082 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL16 TXO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 61,082 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 58,609 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished on shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 56,249 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2024 56,249 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Large chunk of metal through tread and ripped tyre open (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 54,280 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 51,414 miles

T.P.M.S Indicates low pressure

Pass 4 Jun 2021 46,130 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 39,416 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 31,330 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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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BL16 TXO is a 2016 Ford Focus in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BL16 TXO, 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 BL16 TXO registered?

BL16 TXO is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 June 2016.

Is BL16 TXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL16 TXO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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