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BD56 MVJ

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,171 mi
Last recorded148,171 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 MVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 148,171 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 12 Mar 2021 148,171 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

offside rear slight brake bind

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 2 Dec 2019 145,367 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 145,367 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 138,360 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2017 130,394 miles

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

rear exhaust bracker broken but system still secure

Pass 30 Nov 2016 120,922 miles

exhaust deteriorating

exhaust deteriorating

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 120,922 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust deteriorating

exhaust deteriorating

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 112,078 miles

exhaust deteriorating

Fail 1 Dec 2015 112,078 miles

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

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 1 Dec 2014 103,853 miles

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

inner edges of front tyres wearing

n/s sill damaged

Pass 29 Nov 2013 95,629 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in offside front tyre

Fail 29 Nov 2013 95,629 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in offside front tyre

Pass 30 Nov 2012 88,340 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2011 80,547 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 80,547 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 66,525 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 55,128 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 MVJ is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BD56 MVJ, 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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BD56 MVJ is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 November 2006.

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