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BJ56 XDF

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

112,001 mi
Last recorded112,001 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 XDF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 112,001 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 112,001 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 107,816 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 107,816 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 105,032 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 105,032 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 101,863 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 101,863 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 99,777 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 99,775 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 97,826 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Oct 2018 92,212 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 89,086 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge.

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 85,780 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 27 Sep 2016 85,780 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 80,745 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 80,745 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 75,088 miles

o/s/f tyre inner edge worn

Pass 25 Sep 2013 69,613 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 63,359 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 52,484 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 43,357 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 34,993 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 XDF is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BJ56 XDF, 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 BJ56 XDF registered?

BJ56 XDF is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is BJ56 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ56 XDF shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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