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2016 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · RL59 HGV

RL59 HGV

2016 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jul 2016. MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2016 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 28 Jul 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 28 Jul 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle remains in roadworthy condition, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in consumable upkeep. The most recent test on 25 July 2025 at 69,438 miles passed with an advisory for a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. This mirrors an advisory from the 2024 test at 64,509 miles where the nearside front tyre also showed significant wear. While the car continues to pass without major failures, the recurring tyre issues suggest the previous owner may be delaying routine minor replacements. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. Between the 2021 test at 44,674 miles and the 2025 test at 69,438 miles, the car covered 24,764 miles, indicating a steady and predictable usage rate. There are no unexplained gaps in mileage that would suggest long periods of stationary or sudden heavy use. The relatively low annual accumulation is generally favourable for the drivetrain and suspension components, which typically experience less mechanical stress on a vehicle of this age. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the wheel geometry and suspension bushings. The repeated edge wear on the nearside tyres across 2024 and 2025 often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension components, which can cause premature tyre degradation if not addressed. The offside rear tyre nail defect recorded in 2022 at 52,160 miles highlights the importance of checking the remaining rubber for sidewall damage. Since no structural corrosion or brake system failures have appeared in the history, the primary concerns are limited to the cost of new tyres and the state of the front-end suspension setup.
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RL59 HGV Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration
  • MOT expired on 28/07/2026
  • Taxed until 01/02/2027

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
48
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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MOT Status

No MOT history available

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