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DE55 XWB

2006 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

139,840 mi
Last recorded139,840 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 XWB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 139,840 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 139,814 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 133,192 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 133,182 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator not working Both (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 124,415 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 124,320 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 118,724 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2013 118,710 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2012 118,111 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 118,111 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 105,409 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management light on

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 105,409 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management light on

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 100,266 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 100,195 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 96,181 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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DE55 XWB is a 2006 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DE55 XWB, 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 DE55 XWB registered?

DE55 XWB is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is DE55 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 XWB shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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