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2016 FORD FOCUS1.5L Diesel

FJ16 AAV

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Free vehicle summary for FJ16 AAV: 2016 FORD FOCUS (Grey, Diesel). Mileage: 74,002. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.

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Expires 01/03/2027
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Fuel
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1499cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This Ford Focus presents an exceptional roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend that remains exemplary and completely stable. In the most recent test conducted on 13 February 2026 at 74,002 miles, the vehicle passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet continues an unbroken five-year streak of flawless first-time passes stretching back to February 2022. The complete absence of advisories across multiple consecutive years indicates proactive mechanical stewardship and suggests that previous owners addressed minor wear items promptly before they escalated into test failures. The vehicle displays a highly consistent mileage accumulation pattern that aligns well with its ten-year age. Recording 55,695 miles by February 2022 and progressing steadily to 74,002 miles by February 2026 shows an average annual use of roughly 3,700 to 8,000 miles. Testing intervals have remained regular without suspicious gaps or periods of prolonged dormancy. This steady cadence of moderate usage preserves mechanical health better than either hyper-extended fleet mileage or extended storage, keeping perishable rubber components and fluids within normal operational aging parameters. Inspecting this car in person requires shifting focus away from recurring MOT faults, since none exist in the provided history. Instead, a physical examination must prioritize standard consumable items that naturally degrade on a ten-year-old hatchback regardless of clean test sheets. Check the remaining thickness on brake discs and pads, assess the tread depth and manufacture dates of all four tyres, and look closely at the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs for surface corrosion or fatigue. Verify the operation of the clutch and manual gearbox during a test drive, and check the engine bay for any fluid seepage around the auxiliary ancillaries to ensure comprehensive mechanical integrity.

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This Ford Focus presents an exceptional roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend that remains exemplary and completely stable. In the most recent test conducted on 13 February 2026 at 74,002 miles, the vehicle passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet continues an unbroken five-year streak of flawless first-time passes stretching back to February 2022. The complete absence of advisories across multiple consecutive years indicates proactive mechanical stewardship and suggests that previous owners addressed minor wear items promptly before they escalated into test failures. The vehicle displays a highly consistent mileage accumulation pattern that aligns well with its ten-year age. Recording 55,695 miles by February 2022 and progressing steadily to 74,002 miles by February 2026 shows an average annual use of roughly 3,700 to 8,000 miles. Testing intervals have remained regular without suspicious gaps or periods of prolonged dormancy. This steady cadence of moderate usage preserves mechanical health better than either hyper-extended fleet mileage or extended storage, keeping perishable rubber components and fluids within normal operational aging parameters. Inspecting this car in person requires shifting focus away from recurring MOT faults, since none exist in the provided history. Instead, a physical examination must prioritize standard consumable items that naturally degrade on a ten-year-old hatchback regardless of clean test sheets. Check the remaining thickness on brake discs and pads, assess the tread depth and manufacture dates of all four tyres, and look closely at the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs for surface corrosion or fatigue. Verify the operation of the clutch and manual gearbox during a test drive, and check the engine bay for any fluid seepage around the auxiliary ancillaries to ensure comprehensive mechanical integrity.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2016 Ford Focus (FJ16 AAV), we found 5 MOT results in the period of February 2022 to February 2026.

With 5 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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