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2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · CA06 MVR

CA06 MVR

2006 Ford Focus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 90,541 miles. MOT expired on 07 Jun 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2006 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 07 Jun 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
90,541 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 07 Jun 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1596cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test in June 2025 at 90,541 miles passed without defects, yet flagged both front tyres as reaching the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This suggests a recurring trend where components are only addressed once they approach failure thresholds, as evidenced by the persistent tyre-related advisories across three different testing intervals. At approximately 20 years old, the recorded mileage of 90,541 miles is significantly low, averaging roughly 4,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, such as the 11,197 miles driven between June 2022 and May 2023, followed by a 5,190 mile interval in the following year. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber materials and fluid seals due to long periods of stationary time. A buyer must prioritise a close inspection of the front suspension geometry and tyre health. The 2023 test at 81,218 miles identified worn bushes on both front suspension arms, and the subsequent edge wear on tyres in 2025 suggests an ongoing alignment issue or worn components that remain unaddressed. You should also check for structural corrosion on the sills and rear subframe, which are common failure points for this generation of Focus, regardless of the low mileage recorded.
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CA06 MVR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2025
  • 90,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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CA06 MVR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ford Focus (CA06 MVR) between June 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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CA06 MVR Mileage History

  1. 06/06/202270,020 mi
  2. 06/06/202270,021 mi+1 mi
  3. 16/05/202381,218 mi+11,197 mi
  4. 20/05/202486,309 mi+5,091 mi
  5. 03/06/202590,541 mi+4,232 mi

Average of roughly 6,856 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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