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DX06 VYL

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,522 mi
Last recorded103,522 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 VYL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 103,522 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 101,709 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 96,884 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 9 Aug 2013 85,001 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front lower arms back bushes slightly perished

Fail 9 Aug 2013 84,987 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

both front lower arm back bushes slightly perished

both rear discs have a slight lip

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 74,179 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 31 Aug 2011 63,940 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 53,898 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 39,284 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 VYL is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 VYL, 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 DX06 VYL registered?

DX06 VYL is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is DX06 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX06 VYL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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