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AV56 XJM

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,283 mi
Last recorded72,283 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 XJM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 72,283 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 70,315 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2025 70,315 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 68,485 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2024 68,485 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 66,431 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 64,700 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 64,700 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 62,329 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 60,638 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 57,730 miles

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))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 57,730 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 54,630 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 52,021 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 48,973 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 48,973 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 45,990 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 45,990 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 42,495 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 39,301 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 26 Nov 2012 35,998 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 32,277 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 27,151 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

cracks appearing between tread on both rear tyres

Pass 21 Nov 2009 19,571 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 XJM is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XJM, 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 XJM registered?

AV56 XJM is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 December 2006.

Is AV56 XJM safe to buy?

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