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BW16 NCC

2016 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,603 mi
Last recorded75,603 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 NCC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 75,603 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2025 73,781 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Sep 2025 73,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 71,514 miles

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

front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

light corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Sep 2023 68,381 miles

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

rear coil springs and rear lower arms corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2022 55,824 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction permit (3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 55,824 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction permit (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 37,360 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 33,835 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 21,500 miles

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

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

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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BW16 NCC is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BW16 NCC, 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 BW16 NCC?

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What year was BW16 NCC registered?

BW16 NCC is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is BW16 NCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW16 NCC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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