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DY16 RFJ

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,346 mi
Last recorded61,346 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY16 RFJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 61,346 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 61,262 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 61,262 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 55,894 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 48,901 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 43,524 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 36,430 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 28,170 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 21,028 miles

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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DY16 RFJ is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DY16 RFJ, 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 DY16 RFJ?

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What year was DY16 RFJ registered?

DY16 RFJ is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is DY16 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY16 RFJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY16 RFJ have outstanding finance?

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