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BD06 SBO

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

157,389 mi
Last recorded157,389 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 SBO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2018 157,389 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 150,999 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 144,350 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 144,350 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 135,152 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 135,152 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 128,991 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 124,064 miles

Advise nearside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Advise offside front tyre worn low on inner edge and cuts to tread

Advise rear brake pads look low through wheels

Advise suspension coil springs corroded in places

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 27 Feb 2013 124,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Advise both rear tyres worn low on inner edge

Advise offside front tyre worn low on inner edge and cuts to tread

Advise rear brake pads look low through wheels

Advise suspension coil springs corroded in places

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Mar 2012 117,379 miles

Advise deep cut to inner tread offside rear tyre but cant see any obvious cords

Advise front brake discs heavily corroded/worn

Advise nearside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

Advise rear coil springs corroded in places

Advise steel brake pipe by fuel tank damp at joining section,but appears to be grease not brake fluid

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 7 Mar 2012 117,379 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Advise deep cut to inner tread offside rear tyre but cant see any obvious cords

Advise front brake discs heavily corroded/worn

Advise nearside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

Advise rear coil springs corroded in places

Advise steel brake pipe by fuel tank damp at joining section,but appears to be grease not brake fluid

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Mar 2011 111,337 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 111,195 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 103,559 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 72,127 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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BD06 SBO is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BD06 SBO, 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 BD06 SBO registered?

BD06 SBO is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is BD06 SBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD06 SBO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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