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DT16 HJX

2016 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,124 mi
Last recorded109,124 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT16 HJX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 109,124 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 96,839 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 83,792 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 71,665 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 65,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm ? Front mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm ? Front mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bot fronts inner shoulders ? Advise new tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 53,585 miles

Both rear tyre stepping in tread ? Possible road noise / vibration

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm ? Front mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm ? Front mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 43,134 miles

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

Offside Front 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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DT16 HJX is a 2016 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 DT16 HJX, 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 DT16 HJX registered?

DT16 HJX is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 July 2016.

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