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AE55 WMF

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

153,516 mi
Last recorded153,516 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 WMF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 153,516 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both outer sills coroding

Pass 26 Sep 2019 148,688 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s outer sill coroding

Pass 28 Sep 2018 142,186 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 136,301 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s rear (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 129,643 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 120,774 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 120,733 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak n/s front (2.7.3)

coil spring broken n/s rear (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 111,574 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 101,730 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

sreen damaged outside swept areas,lower o/s

Fail 31 Jul 2013 101,730 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

sreen damaged outside swept areas,lower o/s

Pass 8 Aug 2012 90,128 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear indicators starting to show white

front tyres low tread

Pass 3 Sep 2011 73,753 miles

front wipers , slight smearing.

oil around top of engine , rocker cover and charge air pipe.

Fail 3 Sep 2011 73,753 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front wipers , slight smearing.

oil around top of engine , rocker cover and charge air pipe.

Pass 17 Sep 2010 58,075 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 58,075 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 43,858 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 32,803 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 32,680 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AE55 WMF is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE55 WMF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE55 WMF registered?

AE55 WMF is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 May 2006.

Is AE55 WMF safe to buy?

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