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AV56 XHB

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,377 mi
Last recorded126,377 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 XHB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 126,377 miles

REAR ROLL BAR BUSHES WORN

Pass 28 Jun 2018 107,863 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 107,863 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 95,094 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 78,727 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 78,725 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside and nearside door mirror assemblies cracked and backing covers missing

rear exhaust silencer corroded 1st skin

Fail 2 Jul 2015 68,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside and nearside door mirror assemblies cracked and backing covers missing

rear exhaust silencer corroded 1st skin

Pass 22 Nov 2014 63,955 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 57,205 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 48,436 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 48,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 41,937 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Nov 2011 41,937 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 34,189 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 26,642 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 XHB is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AV56 XHB, 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 XHB registered?

AV56 XHB is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is AV56 XHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 XHB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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