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BU16 KXM

2016 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,629 mi
Last recorded66,629 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 KXM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 66,629 miles

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2025 66,579 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 56,113 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 47,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mil (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 47,669 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mill (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mil (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 37,995 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 29,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 29,534 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 25,505 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 25,505 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2019 20,533 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 10,327 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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BU16 KXM is a 2016 Ford Focus in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BU16 KXM, 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

How do I check the history of BU16 KXM?

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What year was BU16 KXM registered?

BU16 KXM is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is BU16 KXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 KXM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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