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BG56 OWD

2006 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

84,915 mi
Last recorded84,915 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 OWD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 84,915 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 80,330 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 80,328 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2024 75,769 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 75,767 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 68,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 68,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 62,297 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 61,616 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 60,357 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 60,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 58,046 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 55,954 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 53,425 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 50,691 miles

Offside Rear Tyre cracked due to age

Fail 30 Oct 2015 50,691 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre cracked due to age

Pass 6 Nov 2014 47,484 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 44,277 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 40,794 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 38,498 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 35,780 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 32,353 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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BG56 OWD is a 2006 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 BG56 OWD, 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 BG56 OWD registered?

BG56 OWD is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is BG56 OWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 OWD shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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