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AU56 ZPJ

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,800 mi
Last recorded81,800 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 ZPJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 81,800 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear wiper defective

Fail 10 Dec 2020 81,794 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear wiper defective

Pass 11 Dec 2019 75,927 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 75,764 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 65,504 miles

Rear water damage to number plate

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 8 Nov 2018 65,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear water damage to number plate

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 15 Nov 2017 58,446 miles

rear exhaust bracket/mounting corroded off but system still secure

rear registration plate deteriorated

Pass 2 Dec 2016 57,459 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 56,240 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 54,260 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 51,626 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 51,626 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 47,340 miles

front and rear disc pads below 50% worn

Pass 13 Jan 2012 42,336 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 36,662 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 30,632 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 27,878 miles

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

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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AU56 ZPJ is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AU56 ZPJ, 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 AU56 ZPJ registered?

AU56 ZPJ is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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