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BW65 EKU

2016 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,785 mi
Last recorded81,785 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW65 EKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 81,785 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2026 81,785 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2025 74,295 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 67,749 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 67,749 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 59,766 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))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens broken (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 50,645 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens broken (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 39,590 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 39,590 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 35,120 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 27,354 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 9,966 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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BW65 EKU is a 2016 Ford Focus in White with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BW65 EKU, 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 BW65 EKU?

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What year was BW65 EKU registered?

BW65 EKU is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 January 2016.

Is BW65 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW65 EKU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW65 EKU have outstanding finance?

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