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EF66 JJZ

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,666 mi
Last recorded68,666 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF66 JJZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 68,666 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.(Under sealed)

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened. (Under sealed)

Pass 26 Mar 2025 66,762 miles

all 4 tyres cracking in tread

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 63,718 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 63,712 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

fuel tank heatshield

Pass 20 Nov 2023 61,803 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

engine undertray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

unable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

Pass 18 Nov 2022 54,456 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer split on seam (6.1.2 (a))

engine undertray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

unable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

Pass 22 Nov 2021 46,655 miles

engine undertray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

rear exhaust heat shield showing signs of deterioration and slightly insecure

unable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

Pass 17 Nov 2020 38,516 miles

engine under tray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

unable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

Pass 15 Nov 2019 29,879 miles

engine under tray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

unable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

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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EF66 JJZ is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol 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 EF66 JJZ, 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.

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What year was EF66 JJZ registered?

EF66 JJZ is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 November 2016.

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