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BD56 LYP

2006 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

156,983 mi
Last recorded156,983 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 LYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 156,983 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible section (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 156,833 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed through an open cut in sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible section (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 148,541 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 148,319 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 138,582 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2014 138,557 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2013 127,054 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre has cut in tread but not through to cords

Fail 5 Nov 2013 127,054 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r tyre has cut in tread but not through to cords

Pass 6 Nov 2012 119,414 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 119,367 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 106,237 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 106,220 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 84,218 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 62,100 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 LYP is a 2006 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BD56 LYP, 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 BD56 LYP registered?

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

Is BD56 LYP safe to buy?

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