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BL16 VWJ

2016 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,881 mi
Last recorded75,881 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL16 VWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 75,881 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 69,939 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad is within the minimum measurement criteria, approx 1.7mm. unevenly worn in comparison to nearside. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 63,950 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2023 57,795 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 50,794 miles

Damage in Exhaust manifold shield [front]

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 43,152 miles

Exhaust manifold shield loose

Pass 8 Jun 2020 36,429 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Possibly below limit of 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2019 28,772 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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BL16 VWJ is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VWJ, 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 VWJ registered?

BL16 VWJ is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is BL16 VWJ safe to buy?

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