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AV56 FVO

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

118,240 mi
Last recorded118,240 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 FVO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 118,240 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 118,240 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour All white new bulbs required (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 114,927 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 110,479 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 105,802 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 99,209 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 93,924 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 86,187 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 81,592 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 75,013 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 66,470 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 55,881 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 55,747 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 49,919 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 49,919 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2012 43,090 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 43,090 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 37,219 miles

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

front wipers smear

Pass 22 Sep 2010 30,675 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 23,990 miles

nearside front tyre tread low on inner edge 2mm and cuts in tread

nearside rear tyre has cuts in tread

offside front tyre tread low on inner edge 2mm

rear brake discs corroded and pitted on edges

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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AV56 FVO is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AV56 FVO, 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 AV56 FVO registered?

AV56 FVO is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is AV56 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 FVO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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