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AE56 BNL

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

100,786 mi
Last recorded100,786 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 BNL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 100,786 miles

Nearside Front Lower wing rusted

Offside Front Lower wing rusted

Pass 30 Aug 2023 91,645 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 91,645 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 88,348 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 84,462 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 81,252 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 75,098 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 69,573 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 63,467 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush lower arm rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 58,508 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 52,273 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 46,251 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 40,090 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 34,678 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 29,011 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 21,689 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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AE56 BNL is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AE56 BNL, 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 AE56 BNL registered?

AE56 BNL is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 October 2006.

Is AE56 BNL safe to buy?

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