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AK56 HMZ

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

126,888 mi
Last recorded126,888 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 HMZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 126,888 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 121,226 miles

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

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

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

emissions on limit

Pass 21 Feb 2020 112,102 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 112,102 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 100,921 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 100,902 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 91,542 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2018 91,542 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 79,304 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 68,507 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 58,437 miles

front exhaust mount broken

Pass 4 Sep 2014 48,388 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 35,854 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 30,793 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,263 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 19,590 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,131 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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AK56 HMZ is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HMZ, 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 HMZ registered?

AK56 HMZ is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is AK56 HMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 HMZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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