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DL65 XJF

2016 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,603 mi
Last recorded139,603 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL65 XJF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 139,603 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 139,603 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 138,802 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 136,665 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 137,757 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working Side indicator in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 126,971 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre feathered on inner edge

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 120,565 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 113,301 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 107,084 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 100,259 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge damaged. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 82,776 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted

Fail 21 Dec 2018 82,776 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under-trays fitted

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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DL65 XJF is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black 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 DL65 XJF, 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 DL65 XJF registered?

DL65 XJF is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 January 2016.

Is DL65 XJF safe to buy?

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