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DU56 BYC

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

102,363 mi
Last recorded102,363 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 BYC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 102,363 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 102,363 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 90,460 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 90,460 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 72,880 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 66,727 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 66,727 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear service brake just meet legal requirement.

Pass 21 Nov 2012 58,329 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s front tyre tread wearing excessively on inside edge close to legal limit.(tracking needs checking)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 58,329 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

o/s front tyre tread wearing excessively on inside edge close to legal limit.(tracking needs checking)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 48,714 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Nov 2011 48,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Nov 2010 39,780 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 39,780 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 31,865 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 29,294 miles

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)

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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DU56 BYC is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol 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 DU56 BYC, 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 DU56 BYC registered?

DU56 BYC is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DU56 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU56 BYC 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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