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BJ56 XEV

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

114,185 mi
Last recorded114,185 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 114,185 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear have surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all have surface rust also mounting prescribed areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 114,163 miles

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Body panel insecure lower wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear have surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all have surface rust also mounting prescribed areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 102,735 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 100,226 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 91,046 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both round busg (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2018 91,046 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both round busg (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 86,144 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 86,144 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 80,519 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (1.4.A.2f)

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

front pads low, 4mm

Fail 24 Oct 2016 80,519 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (1.4.A.2f)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported flexiy hose corroded (7.1.1)

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

front pads low, 4mm

Pass 3 Nov 2015 75,053 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 68,391 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 68,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 60,829 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 51,515 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 42,328 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 35,609 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 23,595 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 XEV is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XEV, 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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BJ56 XEV is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 November 2006.

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