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2006 FORD FOCUS1.8L Diesel

BU56 AXG

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2006 FORD FOCUS is a Diesel vehicle with a 1753cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 157,784.

MOT

Expired

Expires 08/11/2024

Tax

No data

£8.99

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Mileage: 157,784
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 2006
Engine: 1753cc

Free vehicle health score

/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

A score of 45 doesn't mean it's safe to buy. Private markers don't appear in public data.

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Full History Report

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 Jul 2026, 10:22

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2006 Ford Focus (BU56 AXG) has a recorded MOT history spanning from October 2021 to November 2023, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this Ford has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 4 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 5 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.

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FAIL

ADVISORY

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Buying Score

58/100

Risk Level

Medium

Est. Annual Cost

£1,200-£1,500

Mileage

The recorded mileage of 157,784 miles is...

Our Verdict

This 2006 Ford Focus has a mixed MOT history with multiple defects, but recent checks show improvement. Exercise caution due to recurring mechanical issues and high mileage.

Prioritise a full mechanical inspection focusing on the gearbox mounting, brake discs, and exhaust system. Check for consistent service records to verify maintenance of the 1.75L diesel engine. Negotiate a lower price due to the 2022 MOT failures and high mileage. Be wary of potential hidden costs from repeated repairs. Verify the vehicle's history for any accident damage not disclosed in MOT records.

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