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AK06 GWU

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,257 mi
Last recorded44,257 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 GWU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 44,257 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil level on minimum

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 38,110 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 38,110 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 35,925 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 35,922 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 35,753 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 35,753 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 35,371 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 35,568 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 35,403 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 35,205 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 34,879 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 34,862 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 34,860 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 34,860 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 34,581 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,580 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 34,178 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 31,199 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 25,888 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 19,594 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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AK06 GWU is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK06 GWU, 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 AK06 GWU registered?

AK06 GWU is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is AK06 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK06 GWU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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