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AX55 EDO

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

175,854 mi
Last recorded175,854 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX55 EDO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 175,854 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under side corroded

Pass 1 May 2021 167,441 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear both brake pads low

Rear sub frame corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2020 162,846 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose wing corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame and trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel slightly loose wing corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame and trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 162,842 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.33 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose wing corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame and trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel slightly loose wing corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame and trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 147,863 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

central and rear exhaust boxes corroded

Fail 5 Feb 2019 147,759 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

central and rear exhaust boxes corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2018 138,885 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Feb 2018 138,856 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Jan 2017 120,927 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 120,927 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 111,540 miles

exhaust deteriorated

nail near side rear tyre

Pass 13 Feb 2015 96,261 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 76,333 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 63,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2012 52,429 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 38,236 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Fail 7 Feb 2011 38,236 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear tyres perished

Pass 10 Feb 2010 27,464 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 21,738 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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AX55 EDO is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AX55 EDO, 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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AX55 EDO is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 February 2006.

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