2006 Ford Focus 2.5L Petrol · FE06 BBF

The 2006 Ford Focus is presently roadworthy, having passed the July 2022 MOT at 96,765 miles, which reflects a stable maintenance trend after a series of earlier failures. No defects were recorded in the most recent test, indicating that the vehicle’s condition has held steady since the previous inspection. The recorded mileage of 96,765 miles equates to roughly 4,800 miles per year over a 20‑year lifespan, a figure that is low for a vehicle of this age and suggests limited use or periods of standing. The interval between the April 2019 test at 76,491 miles and the July 2022 test shows a steady increase of about 20,000 miles over three years, with no abrupt jumps, and the earlier annual testing pattern from 2012 onward confirms consistent inspection intervals. A buyer should therefore concentrate on the suspension system, specifically the trailing arm bushes, suspension arm pin and coil springs, which have repeatedly shown corrosion or wear, and on the braking components, as the front brake disc has been noted as pitted or scored in 2019 and the pads have been recorded as wearing thin in 2016 and 2018. The tyre history, including cuts, perishing and wear close to the legal limit, also warrants close inspection for any hidden damage. Overall, the vehicle’s recent clean MOT record indicates that, provided the suspension bushes, coil springs and brake wear are verified as serviceable, it can be considered a reliable purchase, though the recurring tyre and suspension advisories suggest that a thorough in‑person examination is advisable.