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BN56 OHX

2006 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

60,367 mi
Last recorded60,367 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 OHX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 60,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 57,191 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides Inner & Outer Edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner & Outer Edges Heavily. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 55,629 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 54,582 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 51,903 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 50,654 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 48,774 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 46,359 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 43,827 miles

Front Oil leak engine /leaking over exhaust/lower arms ()

Fail 27 Sep 2017 43,827 miles

Emissions not tested cambelt history /oil leak around timming cover (7.3.A.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Oil leak engine /leaking over exhaust/lower arms ()

Pass 16 Sep 2016 39,057 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 34,478 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 17 Sep 2015 34,444 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 17 Sep 2014 29,456 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 17 Sep 2014 29,456 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2013 25,810 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 22,730 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 22,730 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 18,404 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 14,815 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 14,815 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 12,096 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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BN56 OHX is a 2006 Ford Focus in Red 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 BN56 OHX, 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 BN56 OHX registered?

BN56 OHX is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is BN56 OHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 OHX 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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