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AE56 BNZ

2006 Ford Focus

Orange Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,041 mi
Last recorded123,041 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 BNZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 123,041 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2023 123,018 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2022 114,852 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 108,616 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 100,433 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 88,555 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2018 83,430 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2017 77,278 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2016 68,176 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 66,315 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 66,315 miles

Registration plate lamp not working right hand (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 60,580 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 55,376 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 50,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 46,224 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 42,512 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 30,173 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 BNZ is a 2006 Ford Focus in Orange with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BNZ, 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 BNZ registered?

AE56 BNZ is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is AE56 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 BNZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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