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AV06 UEL

2006 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,330 mi
Last recorded39,330 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 UEL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 39,330 miles

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

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

bonnet lock temperamental

Pass 4 Jul 2025 35,547 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

bonnet lock temperamental

Fail 27 Jun 2025 35,537 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

bonnet lock temperamental

Pass 12 Jul 2024 30,603 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Jul 2023 22,850 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 20,238 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 20,238 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 15,348 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 10,274 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2019 9,137 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 8,777 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 8,390 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 7,907 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 7,576 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 7,221 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,748 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 6,230 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,548 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 4,561 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 3,802 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 UEL is a 2006 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AV06 UEL, 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 AV06 UEL registered?

AV06 UEL is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2006.

Is AV06 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 UEL shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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