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DX06 VTW

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,914 mi
Last recorded141,914 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 VTW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 141,914 miles

Central heat shield slightly loose

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush is perished and has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Lower Lower part of wing is corroded, however it is non structural and still secure

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush is perished and has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle around sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 129,562 miles

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front wing corroded hole on lower outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 119,685 miles

Offside Front wing corroded may affect other components!!!

Fail 13 Jun 2023 119,666 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing+ wearing on edges highly recommend change!!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low+ wearing on edges highly recommend change!!! (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front wing corroded may affect other components!!!

Pass 11 Nov 2021 113,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2021 113,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 101,760 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 74,974 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 72,768 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 71,089 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 71,089 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 68,148 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 64,971 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 60,163 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 53,150 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 53,150 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 May 2012 47,620 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 41,870 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 37,666 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 31,702 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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DX06 VTW 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 80%.

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 DX06 VTW, 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 DX06 VTW registered?

DX06 VTW is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 October 2006.

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