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AF06 AYX

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

273,933 mi
Last recorded273,933 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 AYX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 273,933 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front wings excessively corroded

Fail 31 Aug 2022 273,932 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front wings excessively corroded

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 31 Aug 2021 260,952 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 260,951 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 248,984 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Heat Shield loose

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 235,441 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp very dim

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 21 Aug 2019 235,439 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively PAS fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp very dim

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 13 Aug 2018 211,271 miles

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield's deteriorated/Loose. But not insecure

Fail 13 Aug 2018 211,271 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield's deteriorated/Loose. But not insecure

Pass 2 Aug 2017 181,827 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

power steering pipes corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2017 181,826 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2016 152,039 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 123,831 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 95,613 miles

Both front console bushes slightly deteriorated

Nearside rear suspension spring slightly corroded

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 Aug 2013 66,310 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 66,310 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 34,089 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 29,980 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 24,476 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,529 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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AF06 AYX is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AF06 AYX, 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 AF06 AYX registered?

AF06 AYX is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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