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DV55 XAU

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,479 mi
Last recorded62,479 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 XAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 62,479 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 61,957 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 61,359 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 May 2024 61,357 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 60,283 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 57,852 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 56,369 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 56,369 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 55,212 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres low on tread and poor condition (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 52,974 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 50,340 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 46,991 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 43,026 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 39,755 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to split.offside rear tyre getting low on tread and starting to split.

Pass 25 Nov 2013 34,718 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 30,834 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 27,015 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 22,797 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 19,811 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 17,430 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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DV55 XAU is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV55 XAU, 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 DV55 XAU registered?

DV55 XAU is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is DV55 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV55 XAU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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