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AO56 DWC

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,712 mi
Last recorded125,712 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 DWC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 125,712 miles

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

Nearside Front 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))

sill covers fitted

subframes and suspension slightly rusty

Pass 12 Nov 2019 118,866 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 118,856 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2018 111,451 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2018 111,443 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened link broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 106,165 miles

front number plate cracked

undershields fitted

wipers slightly smeary

Fail 22 Nov 2017 106,165 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front number plate cracked

undershields fitted

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 18 Nov 2016 101,227 miles

front number plate cracked

lower wish bone rear bushes slightly worn

sheilds fitted sill covers fitted

Fail 18 Nov 2016 101,227 miles

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

front number plate cracked

lower wish bone rear bushes slightly worn

sheilds fitted sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2015 91,295 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

both sides front lower arm rear bushes starting to split and slightly worn

near side front tyre side wall slightly scuffed and getting low on tread

rear tyres worn on inner edges

sheilds fitted and sil covers

Pass 9 Oct 2014 82,710 miles

both lower arm rear bushes starting to split

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 77,810 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 77,810 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2012 68,693 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 65,746 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 58,618 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 43,305 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 43,305 miles

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

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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AO56 DWC is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AO56 DWC, 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 AO56 DWC registered?

AO56 DWC is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AO56 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 DWC shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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