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EU16 BLZ

2016 Ford Focus · Petrol · 999cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
FuelPetrol
Engine999cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2016 Ford Focus Petrol 999cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 79,796 miles on the clock, averaging 8,337 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 EcoBoost engine is known for wet timing belt and coolant leaks from cylinder head, seals, or header tank cap. Common Ford Focus issues include door latch failure and squeaky door seals / a-pillar noise.

MOT & Mileage History for EU16 BLZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
79,796
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2019
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,337

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading79,796 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,299
Average per year8,337
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EU16 BLZ 23k37k51k66k80k '19'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,796 miles
Since last MOT+4,299 miles
PASS
Mileage75,497 miles
Since last MOT+6,761 miles
PASS
Mileage68,736 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,736 miles
Since last MOT+10,472 miles
PASS
Mileage58,264 miles
Since last MOT+10,801 miles
PASS
Mileage47,463 miles
Since last MOT+10,663 miles
PASS
Mileage36,800 miles
Since last MOT+5,026 miles
PASS
Mileage31,774 miles
Since last MOT+8,993 miles
PASS
Mileage22,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,781 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2011–2018), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Door Latch Failure

Pawl spring tab fractures, causing doors to unlatch unexpectedly while driving. · Typical repair: Free if under DVSA recall R/2015/173 (or Ford 15S26); otherwise £200-£400 per door at indie garage.

Squeaky Door Seals / A-Pillar Noise

Seals loosen or degrade, allowing wind noise and vibration. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (new seals + labour).

Excessive Battery Discharge / BCM Water Ingress

Washer fluid leaks down wires into BCM, causing drain and fault codes. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (clean BCM + new pump if needed).

Powershift Gearbox Jerking/Shuddering (Auto Variants Only)

Clutch wear or sensor failure causes harsh shifts. · Typical repair: £400-£1,500 (sensor/clutch pack).

Wet timing belt (oil-immersed, part typically CM5G-6M256-A or similar Ford OEM)

Coolant leaks from cylinder head, seals, or header tank cap

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU16 BLZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About EU16 BLZ

What car is EU16 BLZ?

EU16 BLZ is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (999cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.

What is the mileage of EU16 BLZ?

The last recorded mileage for EU16 BLZ was 79,796 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU16 BLZ passed its MOT?

EU16 BLZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.

Is EU16 BLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU16 BLZ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is EU16 BLZ?

EU16 BLZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.