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BD56 DSX

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

69,699 mi
Last recorded69,699 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 DSX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 69,699 miles

UNDERTRAYS AND SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 19 Jun 2025 68,097 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 66,566 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 64,803 miles

chips in screen

front discs slightly corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2022 62,860 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 58,474 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 53,665 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 53,665 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 49,124 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 49,124 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 48,409 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 47,027 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 5 Jan 2017 47,027 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Jan 2016 45,499 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 41,555 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jan 2014 36,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

anti freeze -46c

Fail 6 Jan 2014 36,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

anti freeze -46c

Pass 3 Jan 2013 31,449 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 27,290 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 22,436 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 17,817 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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BD56 DSX is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BD56 DSX, 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 BD56 DSX registered?

BD56 DSX is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is BD56 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 DSX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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