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2016 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · CE16 ACF

CE16 ACF

2016 Ford Focus (1.5L, diesel). First registered 21 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 77,136 miles. MOT valid until 03 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2016 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 03 Dec 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
77,136 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 03 Dec 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2016 Ford Focus with 77,136 miles demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend, with the most recent MOT on 2025-11-20 confirming a pass at the same mileage as the prior failed test. Both the 2025 tests—PASSED and FAILED—recorded no defects, suggesting potential administrative errors or unresolved minor issues that were not flagged. The 2024-12-03 test at 71,228 miles and the 2023-11-22 tests at 64,091 miles also showed no defects, indicating consistent compliance with safety standards over the past three years. No recurring mechanical or structural faults are evident from the record. Mileage progression aligns with typical annual usage of 7,714 miles, with no significant gaps or rapid accumulation. The 2023-11-22 to 2024-12-03 interval added 7,137 miles over 13 months, while the 2024-12-03 to 2025-11-20 period saw 5,908 miles over 11 months. This steady pattern suggests regular use without prolonged inactivity, reducing risks of corrosion or component degradation. The absence of advisories or defects in all tests implies the vehicle has been maintained to meet legal requirements, though no data confirms proactive servicing beyond MOT compliance. A buyer should verify the condition of suspension components, particularly bushes and coil springs, which can degrade over time without visible defects. The brake system, including calipers and discs, warrants inspection for binding or uneven wear, as these issues may not trigger MOT failures. Exhaust emissions and structural integrity should also be checked, as minor faults in these areas could impact safety or longevity. The MOT history provides no evidence of rust or major mechanical failure, but physical inspection remains critical to confirm the vehicle’s overall condition.
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CE16 ACF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2025
  • 77,136 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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CE16 ACF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 22:09
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Focus (CE16 ACF) between November 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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FAIL
ADVISORY

CE16 ACF Mileage History

  1. 22/11/202364,091 mi
  2. 22/11/202364,091 mi
  3. 03/12/202471,228 mi+7,137 mi
  4. 20/11/202577,136 mi+5,908 mi
  5. 20/11/202577,136 mi

Average of roughly 6,536 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
Outstanding recall notice
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