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DX56 RKE

2006 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

115,754 mi
Last recorded115,754 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 RKE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 115,754 miles

both front tyres are bald on the inner edge

Fail 7 Dec 2016 115,752 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres are bald on the inner edge

Pass 2 Dec 2015 102,624 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre is bald on the inner edge

Fail 2 Dec 2015 102,624 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

nearside front tyre is bald on the inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2014 89,773 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 89,773 miles

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

both front tyres are worn close to the minimum legal limit of tread and both are bald on the inner edge

offside rear tyre tread is on the minimum legal limit of 1.6mm of tread

Pass 19 Nov 2013 76,749 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 19 Nov 2013 76,749 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

offside front tyre is worn very close to the minimum legal limit of tread and is bald on the inner edge

Pass 1 Dec 2012 63,743 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 55,016 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 38,853 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 38,853 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 21,640 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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DX56 RKE is a 2006 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DX56 RKE, 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 DX56 RKE registered?

DX56 RKE is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is DX56 RKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 RKE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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