2016 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- FORD
- Year
- 2016
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Colour
- BLUE
- Engine
- 1499 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Taxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Valid
- MOT due
- 11 February 2027 (242 days away)
- Last recorded mileage
- 10,283 mi
AI verdict AVOID 38/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2016 Ford has 10 MOT tests on record with a 80% pass rate and 10,283 miles. The mileage is very low for its age, but the MOT history raises significant safety and reliability concerns.
The vehicle shows very low annual mileage averaging 4,988 miles/year, with a notable drop to 1,830 miles between April 2022 and February 2023.
Things to check
- DANGEROUS tyre defects recorded on 2019-01-23 and 2025-02-05, indicating severe neglect.
- Major failure for 'Lights' on 2025-02-05, a critical safety component, suggests poor maintenance.
- Recurring 'Brakes' advisories on 2026-02-05 and 2026-02-06, indicating ongoing wear.
- Mileage is significantly below average for its age, raising questions about its true usage and maintenance.
Working in its favour
- Vehicle has a valid MOT until 2027-02-11, indicating current roadworthiness.
- No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage manipulation in the provided MOT history.
- The 2016 Ford has a 3-star Euro NCAP safety rating, suggesting a generally safe platform.
- The 2.0L diesel engine is known for its durability and reliability when properly maintained.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 8/10 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2019 | PASS | 10,283 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close and sidewall rubbed (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close and sidewall rubbed (5.2.3 (e))
|
| Jan 2020 | PASS | 16,937 mi |
ADVISORY under covers fitted
|
| Jan 2021 | PASS | 24,725 mi |
ADVISORY plastic under covers fitted
|
| Apr 2022 | PASS | 30,999 mi |
ADVISORY Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
|
| Feb 2023 | PASS | 32,829 mi | None recorded |
| Feb 2024 | PASS | 38,527 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
|
| Feb 2025 | FAIL | 44,519 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt MAJOR Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b)) MAJOR Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
|
| Feb 2025 | PASS | 44,539 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
|
| Feb 2026 | FAIL | 50,476 mi |
MAJOR Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a)) MAJOR Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a)) DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
|
| Feb 2026 | PASS | 50,487 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
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About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BK16 UBM, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.