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BV56 NLF

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,755 mi
Last recorded133,755 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 NLF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 133,755 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak expansion tank ()

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

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to limit and smooth on inner edge. no cords exposed at time of inspection (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides. tyres heavily cracked on inner edges. no cords exposed at time of inspection (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hangers broken on exhaust front and rear. system secure at time of inspection

nearside rear outer sill corroded. non prescribed area

Pass 12 Aug 2019 126,739 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer front (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2019 126,739 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer front (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 119,993 miles

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 15 Aug 2017 112,152 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2017 111,969 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 92,603 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2016 92,479 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 75,104 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 60,992 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 57,338 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 50,053 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2012 50,035 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 40,823 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 34,598 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,004 miles

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

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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BV56 NLF is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BV56 NLF, 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.

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BV56 NLF is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 September 2006.

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