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BV55 SWJ

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

52,993 mi
Last recorded52,993 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 SWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 52,993 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 52,664 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 51,937 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 50,425 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 49,409 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 48,553 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 47,685 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 46,402 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 44,075 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 42,172 miles

Rear boot full unable to check

Fail 9 Jun 2017 42,135 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Front items in view on interior mirror

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

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

Offside Front brake has slight fluctuation

Rear boot full unable to check

Pass 17 Jun 2016 40,233 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 37,556 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 34,989 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 32,472 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,409 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 25,769 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 21,821 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 15,878 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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BV55 SWJ is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BV55 SWJ, 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 BV55 SWJ registered?

BV55 SWJ is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is BV55 SWJ safe to buy?

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