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BV55 SZE

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

105,909 mi
Last recorded105,909 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 SZE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 105,909 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 105,896 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 103,470 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 99,232 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2023 93,633 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 88,310 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 88,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 May 2021 84,187 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 May 2021 84,179 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2020 82,759 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 78,282 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55r16 91v winter tyres all round (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear tyres wearing uneven inner shoulders

Fail 30 May 2019 78,281 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55r16 91v winter tyres all round (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear tyres wearing uneven inner shoulders

rear exhaust heat shield adrift

Pass 8 May 2018 71,467 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 66,070 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 60,909 miles

oil leak

Fail 13 May 2016 60,909 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

oil leak

Pass 9 May 2015 56,577 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 52,690 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 52,646 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 45,094 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 35,809 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 35,809 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 25,105 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 20,734 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 16,568 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 SZE is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 SZE, 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 SZE registered?

BV55 SZE is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 June 2006.

Is BV55 SZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 SZE shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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