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2016 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · SY16 OCM

SY16 OCM

2016 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 67,018 miles. MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2016 · Inverness
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 18 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
67,018 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test on 20 February 2026 at 67,018 miles. While the record shows an initial failure on that same date, the lack of recorded defects on the subsequent pass suggests an administrative error or a minor issue that was immediately rectified. Since the March 2024 clean pass, the vehicle has shown no signs of recurring mechanical degradation or structural failure over the last two years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage commuter profile, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the car covered 5,121 miles, followed by another 3,228 miles in the eleven months leading up to the latest test. This steady, low accumulation suggests regular use which is generally beneficial for seals, gaskets, and brake components compared to vehicles that sit stationary for long periods. The intervals between tests indicate the owner has adhered to the standard annual annual testing schedule. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension bushes and brake components, as these are common areas of wear on the Ford Focus of this age. Despite the clean MOT history, the low mileage means that rubber components may still age and crack rather than wearing out from friction. Check for any early signs of surface corrosion on the sills or exhaust system, as the record does not explicitly flag structural integrity issues but the absence of them in a decade-old vehicle warrants a visual check of the undercarriage.

SY16 OCM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
  • 67,018 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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SY16 OCM Mileage History

  1. 18/03/202458,669 mi
  2. 19/03/202458,669 mi
  3. 06/03/202563,790 mi+5,121 mi
  4. 20/02/202667,018 mi+3,228 mi
  5. 20/02/202667,018 mi

Average of roughly 4,333 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SY16 OCM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 23:09
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Focus (SY16 OCM) between March 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Central Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))”.

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