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BV56 XTZ

2006 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

91,485 mi
Last recorded91,485 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XTZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 91,485 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2021 91,485 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour Both rear indicators flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 86,470 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2020 86,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 78,073 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 63,470 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 63,470 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 61,332 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 61,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2015 58,641 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 58,641 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 56,052 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 56,052 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Jul 2013 49,952 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r arm bush slight play

o/s/r arm bush slight play

o/s/r seat belt slight damage

Pass 26 Jul 2013 49,952 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r arm bush slight play

o/s/r arm bush slight play

o/s/r seat belt slight damage

Pass 25 Jul 2012 39,674 miles

front tyres on 2mm

Pass 26 Aug 2011 28,141 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 14,366 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 8 Sep 2009 4,398 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 XTZ is a 2006 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 XTZ, 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 XTZ registered?

BV56 XTZ is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is BV56 XTZ safe to buy?

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