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DX05 XFE

2006 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

126,326 mi
Last recorded126,326 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 XFE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2026 126,326 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 124,356 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 121,773 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2024 121,756 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 118,249 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 115,276 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 113,167 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 111,113 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 111,112 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 107,500 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 101,444 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 96,533 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 91,121 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 91,079 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 86,037 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 64,743 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 50,763 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 35,762 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 23,304 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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DX05 XFE is a 2006 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DX05 XFE, 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 DX05 XFE registered?

DX05 XFE is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is DX05 XFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 XFE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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