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DG56 YYM

2006 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

112,679 mi
Last recorded112,679 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 YYM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 112,679 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 106,819 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 102,818 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Jan 2017 102,816 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 95,001 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 95,001 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 86,159 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Feb 2015 86,159 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 75,706 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 75,706 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 66,876 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 66,876 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 56,184 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre 3mm

Fail 7 Feb 2012 56,184 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

Offside Rear tyre 3mm

Pass 26 Jan 2011 46,575 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 46,575 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 35,977 miles

Both front brake discs worn/lipped.

Long handbrake travel.

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 33,177 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 32,551 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DG56 YYM is a 2006 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 DG56 YYM, 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 DG56 YYM registered?

DG56 YYM is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 October 2006.

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