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CE56 LWM

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

150,094 mi
Last recorded150,094 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 LWM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 150,094 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2026 150,094 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 127,067 miles

Exshaust system corroded

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2025 127,067 miles

Exshaust system corroded

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 108,122 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 104,045 miles

Exhaust system slightly rusty/corroded.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear suspension rusty/corroded slightly.

Pass 5 Jul 2022 103,806 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 101,200 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2020 99,413 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 97,071 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 92,938 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 87,922 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 81,285 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 81,285 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 72,883 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 63,290 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 52,364 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 39,448 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 26,865 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 18,848 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 12,567 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 12,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front 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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CE56 LWM is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CE56 LWM, 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 CE56 LWM registered?

CE56 LWM is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is CE56 LWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE56 LWM shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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