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BU56 ZYD

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,613 mi
Last recorded61,613 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 ZYD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 61,613 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 59,067 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 55,127 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 50,331 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 44,492 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 41,529 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 41,529 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 38,033 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 35,319 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 35,319 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 31,486 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 26,094 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 26,094 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bonnet (6.1.C.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 20,186 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 18,633 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 17,191 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 14 Aug 2013 15,562 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 14,014 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 12,264 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 10,237 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,172 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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BU56 ZYD is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver 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 BU56 ZYD, 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

How do I check the history of BU56 ZYD?

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What year was BU56 ZYD registered?

BU56 ZYD is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BU56 ZYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 ZYD 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.

Does BU56 ZYD have outstanding finance?

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