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BX16 VZL

2016 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,128 mi
Last recorded62,128 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX16 VZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 62,128 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Apr 2025 58,472 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 46,528 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 45,264 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 38,244 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 35,085 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at union coating bubbling indicating corrsion (1.1.11 (c))

engine under tray fitted making inspection difficult

Pass 18 Feb 2020 31,391 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 26,889 miles

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

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

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

Offside 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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BX16 VZL is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,999cc 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 BX16 VZL, 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 BX16 VZL?

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What year was BX16 VZL registered?

BX16 VZL is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is BX16 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX16 VZL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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