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BN56 WZV

2006 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

114,514 mi
Last recorded114,514 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2023 114,514 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component leaking Steering area (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heatshield insecure cannot come off, Some sections have been removed no risk of fire where missing

Exhaust mounting defective Front and Rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 106,088 miles

Exhaust heatshield insecure cannot come off

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 96,939 miles

Exhaust heatshield insecure (cannot come off)

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 86,340 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 86,338 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2019 72,542 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front and rear exhaust mountings rusty weak

Pass 30 May 2018 62,399 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 51,692 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 48,097 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 43,561 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 32,309 miles

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

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

nearside rear outer sill and door slightly damaged

Fail 12 Sep 2014 32,309 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear outer sill and door slightly damaged

Pass 12 Oct 2013 21,073 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 11,064 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 9,239 miles

all 4 tyres perished and cracked

Pass 20 Jul 2009 6,587 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 WZV is a 2006 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WZV, 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 WZV registered?

BN56 WZV is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is BN56 WZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 WZV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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