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AV06 MBF

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

85,307 mi
Last recorded85,307 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 MBF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 85,307 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2026 85,307 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 82,198 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2025 82,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 May 2024 78,995 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2024 78,995 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 74,608 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 70,569 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 66,169 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 62,822 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 59,511 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 56,786 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 52,813 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 52,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 47,910 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 47,910 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 45,733 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 43,075 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 43,075 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 May 2013 39,743 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,643 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 36,643 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,656 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 27,475 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 20,088 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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AV06 MBF is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 AV06 MBF, 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 AV06 MBF registered?

AV06 MBF is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 June 2006.

Is AV06 MBF safe to buy?

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