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AV56 VBM

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

148,883 mi
Last recorded148,883 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 VBM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 148,883 miles

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

both front and o/s/r tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 21 Aug 2020 143,410 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 143,410 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 137,641 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))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 131,370 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 122,891 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 113,214 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 91,304 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 70,089 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 49,338 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 28,285 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 25,087 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 21,087 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 16,274 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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AV56 VBM is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VBM, 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 AV56 VBM registered?

AV56 VBM is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 November 2006.

Is AV56 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 VBM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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