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BJ56 DVK

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,008 mi
Last recorded85,008 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 DVK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 85,008 miles

o/s & n/s outer sills weakened by corrosion

Pass 24 Nov 2022 82,511 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 80,249 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 80,249 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 78,566 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 75,132 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 70,527 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 31 May 2017 67,348 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

Fail 22 May 2017 67,199 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 May 2016 60,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads at 2/3 mm (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads at 2/3 mm (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 May 2016 60,588 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush Excess play in rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing white light (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush Excess play in rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light Fog light very dim (1.3.2e)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads at 2/3 mm (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads at 2/3 mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 55,299 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 51,085 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet dificult to open

engine undertray loose

exhaust heat sheild loose

Pass 11 Jun 2013 46,305 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust centre silencer starting to corrode

rear exhaust mountings corroded

Fail 11 Jun 2013 46,305 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

exhaust centre silencer starting to corrode

rear exhaust mountings corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2011 36,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 29,376 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 21,525 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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BJ56 DVK is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ56 DVK, 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 BJ56 DVK registered?

BJ56 DVK is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 November 2006.

Is BJ56 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ56 DVK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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