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BK56 VFZ

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

108,041 mi
Last recorded108,041 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 VFZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 108,041 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 101,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 97,511 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 16 Oct 2023 97,511 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Nov 2022 95,119 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 95,116 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 94,138 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 92,960 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 92,960 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 91,009 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 91,007 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 89,164 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 85,144 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Nov 2016 81,141 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 72,542 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 64,482 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 57,586 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Oct 2012 49,524 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 38,575 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 24 Sep 2010 26,224 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 18,241 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 18,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 VFZ is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol 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 BK56 VFZ, 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 BK56 VFZ registered?

BK56 VFZ is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is BK56 VFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 VFZ 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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