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BK56 EFR

2006 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

148,987 mi
Last recorded148,987 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 EFR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 148,987 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 148,129 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 147,153 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 146,309 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 146,042 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 145,884 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 145,609 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 1 Dec 2018 144,200 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 141,526 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 137,155 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 124,525 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 110,630 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 110,630 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 98,925 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 84,690 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 79,404 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 79,404 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 53,442 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 53,322 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

MIL & TCS warning lamps illuminated in dash.

Pass 23 Oct 2009 30,625 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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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BK56 EFR is a 2006 Ford Focus in Red with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BK56 EFR, 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

How do I check the history of BK56 EFR?

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What year was BK56 EFR registered?

BK56 EFR is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is BK56 EFR safe to buy?

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