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DK16 ECT

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,505 mi
Last recorded53,505 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK16 ECT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 53,505 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened unable to carry out full inspection because under tray fitted. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 53,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn inner edge/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened unable to carry out full inspection because under tray fitted. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 45,549 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 45,546 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre tread is wearing heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 39,184 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 39,184 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 32,842 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 24,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 18,609 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 16,073 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 13,321 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 13,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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DK16 ECT is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel 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 DK16 ECT, 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

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What year was DK16 ECT registered?

DK16 ECT is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is DK16 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK16 ECT 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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