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BD56 SXB

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

96,777 mi
Last recorded96,777 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 SXB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 96,777 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 89,761 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 77,262 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 24 Apr 2015 77,262 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 15 Apr 2014 64,927 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 64,927 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 55,052 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 55,052 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 7 Mar 2012 43,043 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 43,043 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 33,006 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 33,006 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 23,508 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 SXB is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SXB, 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 SXB registered?

BD56 SXB is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is BD56 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 SXB shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD56 SXB have outstanding finance?

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