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AB53 RAD

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

66,803 mi
Last recorded66,803 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB53 RAD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 66,803 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted sills

under side very rusty

Pass 31 Aug 2022 61,018 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 56,474 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 56,473 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements not space prop (0.1 (d))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 53,805 miles

Coil spring corroded rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

rear suspension parts very corroded

rear suspension very rusty

Pass 19 Apr 2019 49,064 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 42,464 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Apr 2018 42,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Apr 2017 35,310 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 27,988 miles

Front n/s and o/s valve stems slightly deteriorated

Rear exhaust shield slightly corroded and nut missing

Rear n/s and o/s valve stems slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Apr 2015 19,231 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 17,990 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 17,990 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 15,961 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 13,886 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 11,770 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jul 2010 9,400 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 7,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 7,432 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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AB53 RAD is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 75,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB53 RAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB53 RAD registered?

AB53 RAD is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is AB53 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB53 RAD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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