2016 Ford Focus Zetec S Tdci 1.5L Diesel · MV16 FYS

The 2016 Ford Focus Zetec S TDCi presents a clean and stable maintenance profile through its MOT history. The most recent test on 9 September 2025 at 79,755 miles passed with zero defects, and every recorded test back to February 2020 also passed without advisories or failures. This consistent record indicates no recurring mechanical or structural faults have triggered tester intervention, suggesting a well-maintained vehicle with no worsening trends. The mileage pattern reveals a notable anomaly. Between 2024 and 2025 the recorded miles dropped from 81,237 to 79,755, which is physically impossible unless the 2024 figure was a recording error or the odometer was replaced. Prior to that, the annual progression is consistent: roughly 8,500 to 9,000 miles per year between 2020 and 2023, aligning with the typical 7,976 miles-per-year average for a ten-year-old vehicle. The gap between the February 2020 test and the August 2022 test spans over two years with no intermediate record, so a missing MOT year exists in that window. Buyers should verify the service history to cover that period. Despite the clean MOT record, a pre-purchase inspection remains essential. The TDCi diesel engine at nearly 80,000 miles warrants attention to turbo condition, dual-mass flywheel wear, and diesel particulate filter health, none of which are directly tested under MOT criteria. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for deterioration, as these commonly degrade on the Focus platform beyond 70,000 miles. The rear brake setup on this model is prone to binding calipers and uneven disc wear, so a road test under braking is advisable. Structurally, inspect the subframes, sills, and inner wing arches for corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has spent time in salted road environments. The clean MOT history is encouraging but does not substitute for a hands-on mechanical inspection. A compression test, DPF regeneration check, and underbody examination will reveal condition that paperwork alone cannot confirm.