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BN56 YBE

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,608 mi
Last recorded46,608 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 YBE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 46,608 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 41,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Aug 2024 36,549 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 33,171 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Aug 2022 30,157 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 26,319 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 24,787 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 24,787 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 21,776 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 19,417 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 18,833 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 11 Aug 2016 18,825 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 18,783 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 18,690 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 18,573 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 18,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 18,356 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 17,474 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 16,284 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 16,284 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 8,790 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 YBE is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YBE, 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 YBE registered?

BN56 YBE is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is BN56 YBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 YBE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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