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BU56 ZYE

2006 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,332 mi
Last recorded177,332 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 ZYE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 177,332 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Mar 2018 177,331 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 135,316 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 105,245 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 105,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 89,703 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 73,888 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 73,888 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 56,794 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 42,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 29,035 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 22,815 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 13,316 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 ZYE is a 2006 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZYE, 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 BU56 ZYE registered?

BU56 ZYE is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is BU56 ZYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 ZYE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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