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AK56 ECN

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,056 mi
Last recorded101,056 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 ECN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2021 101,056 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust has corrosion

slight under body corrosion

Pass 20 Jun 2019 95,562 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 95,385 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 95,385 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 87,037 miles

engine breathers split causing rough running

Pass 7 Sep 2016 79,592 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 70,471 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 60,419 miles

Nearside windscreen wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2013 45,246 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 4 Sep 2013 45,211 miles

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

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,264 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 22,895 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 16,705 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 11,190 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 11,190 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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AK56 ECN is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK56 ECN, 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 AK56 ECN registered?

AK56 ECN is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is AK56 ECN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 ECN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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