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CE16 VXC

2016 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,460 mi
Last recorded38,460 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE16 VXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 38,460 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 38,460 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 38,388 miles

engine cover & under trays views

Fail 4 Apr 2024 38,387 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

TPMS check on

engine cover & under trays views

Pass 3 Apr 2023 36,510 miles

engine cover & under trays VIEWS

Pass 24 Mar 2022 33,371 miles

engine cover & under trays views

Pass 15 Mar 2021 29,155 miles

engine cover & under trays VIEWS

washers working but only hitting lower part of screen

Pass 17 Mar 2020 26,084 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 19,534 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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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CE16 VXC is a 2016 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CE16 VXC, 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 CE16 VXC?

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What year was CE16 VXC registered?

CE16 VXC is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is CE16 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE16 VXC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE16 VXC have outstanding finance?

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