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BV56 XRL

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,317 mi
Last recorded124,317 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XRL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 124,317 miles

both front shock absorbers weak

Fail 6 Aug 2016 124,317 miles

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

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

both front shock absorbers weak

Pass 7 Aug 2015 107,015 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 107,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 91,353 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 76,833 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 60,054 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 47,677 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 31,915 miles

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

both front tyres worn low across centre of tread

Fail 1 Sep 2010 31,915 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn low across centre of tread

Pass 2 Sep 2009 18,457 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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BV56 XRL is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XRL, 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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What year was BV56 XRL registered?

BV56 XRL is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is BV56 XRL safe to buy?

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