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BK56 XAL

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

67,929 mi
Last recorded67,929 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 XAL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 67,929 miles

All tyres perished on edges

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 65,037 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 62,650 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 60,457 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 59,048 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 55,104 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 52,726 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 52,559 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

Pass 12 Aug 2016 49,323 miles

engine covers fitted.

tow bar not fitted.

Pass 7 Aug 2015 45,198 miles

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

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

Rear no tow bar fited

Pass 15 Aug 2014 41,325 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Aug 2014 41,325 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Aug 2013 37,597 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,793 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 28,614 miles

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 23,830 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 18,261 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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BK56 XAL is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XAL, 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 XAL registered?

BK56 XAL is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is BK56 XAL safe to buy?

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