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AY56 XFX

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

202,865 mi
Last recorded202,865 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 XFX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 202,865 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 194,827 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 194,817 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 185,169 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2016 185,158 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 176,088 miles

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

both rear a r b links worn

centre exhaust deteriated

Pass 30 Jun 2014 171,846 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 168,794 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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)

Fail 25 Jul 2012 164,172 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 164,172 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 136,509 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 93,348 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 93,348 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 53,917 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 53,917 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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AY56 XFX is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AY56 XFX, 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 AY56 XFX registered?

AY56 XFX is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is AY56 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY56 XFX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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