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SY16 LKC

2016 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Blue Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1997cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 74,117 miles on the clock, averaging 7,516 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking. Common Ford Focus issues include door latch failure and squeaky door seals / a-pillar noise.

MOT & Mileage History for SY16 LKC

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,117
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2019
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,516

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 reading74,117 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,436
Average per year7,516
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SY16 LKC 32k42k53k63k74k '19'24'22

Check SY16 LKC

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,117 miles
Since last MOT+7,436 miles
PASS
Mileage66,681 miles
Since last MOT+6,187 miles
PASS
Mileage60,494 miles
Since last MOT+4,971 miles
PASS
Mileage55,523 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,523 miles
Since last MOT+7,689 miles
PASS
Mileage47,834 miles
Since last MOT+7,058 miles
PASS
Mileage40,776 miles
Since last MOT+9,128 miles
PASS
Mileage31,648 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,648 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).

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY16 LKC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About SY16 LKC

What car is SY16 LKC?

SY16 LKC is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Inverness in 2016.

What is the mileage of SY16 LKC?

The last recorded mileage for SY16 LKC was 74,117 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY16 LKC passed its MOT?

SY16 LKC has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2024.

Is SY16 LKC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY16 LKC is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is SY16 LKC?

SY16 LKC is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.