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DY56 DXF

2006 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,920 mi
Last recorded97,920 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus75,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 DXF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 97,920 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 97,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2019 91,528 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 91,528 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 83,971 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes ( nearside and offside) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 83,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes ( nearside and offside) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 77,504 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 77,504 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 68,014 miles

Front no. plate damaged

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front seat not adjustable

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Oct 2015 59,684 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 54,189 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 54,189 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 49,004 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 46,260 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2011 40,384 miles

Drivers door check strap broken

Oil leak

Fail 30 Sep 2011 40,354 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Drivers door check strap broken

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2010 36,485 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 33,145 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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DY56 DXF is a 2006 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DY56 DXF, 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 DY56 DXF registered?

DY56 DXF is a 2006 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is DY56 DXF safe to buy?

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