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DE06 VWK

2006 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,923 mi
Last recorded78,923 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE06 VWK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 78,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE IS WORN CLOSE TO THE LEGAL LIMIT + IS WORN VERY THIN ON INNER EDGE ( RECOMEND TO REPLACE A.S.A.P ) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 78,922 miles

Exhaust system insecure EXHAUST SYSTEM IS INSECURE ( FRONT + REAR ) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE OBVIOUSLY WORN ON INNER FACES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE IS WORN CLOSE TO THE LEGAL LIMIT + IS WORN VERY THIN ON INNER EDGE ( RECOMEND TO REPLACE A.S.A.P ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 71,614 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 62,613 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 54,563 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 47,284 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 40,268 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 34,354 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 32,922 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 30,945 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 22,397 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 15,458 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 15,450 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 11,492 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 9,601 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 7,882 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 6,556 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 4,950 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 4,331 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 4,330 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 4,001 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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DE06 VWK is a 2006 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DE06 VWK, 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 DE06 VWK registered?

DE06 VWK is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 July 2006.

Is DE06 VWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE06 VWK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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