2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · KP06 BWM
2006 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 92,167 miles. MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,167 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KP06 BWM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/10/2026
- 92,167 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KP06 BWM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ford Focus (KP06 BWM) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 October 2026 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 (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
KP06 BWM Mileage History
- 17/10/202372,968 mi
- 18/10/202479,220 mi+6,252 mi
- 18/10/202479,220 mi
- 15/10/202585,088 mi+5,868 mi
- 01/10/202692,167 mi+7,079 mi
Average of roughly 6,493 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
Approach with caution. This 2006 Ford Fo
The October 2024 failure for an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is worth investigating carefully, as the cause is not recorded in the MOT data. A diagnostic read at a garage should be a condition of buying, ideally before any deposit is committed, because the MIL can illuminate for many reasons ranging from a cheap sensor to catalytic converter or lambda probe faults that would be expensive on a 1.6-litre petrol of this age. The two tyre advisories from the October 2025 pass are minor and should not put you off, but factor a fresh pair of fronts into any negotiation.
Recurring sub-frame corrosion advisories on both the front (2024) and rear (2022, 2023) suggest this Focus lives in an environment where salt exposure is normal. The 2024 entry was serious enough to fail the vehicle before being downgraded to an advisory on the same day, which means the tester applied judgement at the time. On a 20-year-old car this is a known Ford Focus weak point and is one of the most common reasons these cars are written off; have the car up on a ramp and inspect both sub-frames physically, checking for any perforation rather than just surface corrosion.
The oil leak advisory in 2024 was deemed not excessive, but oil leaks tend to worsen with time rather than improve, so inspect the underside and engine bay for fresh residue. Service history beyond MOT data cannot be confirmed from the records supplied, so ask for any invoices, particularly evidence of cambelt or timing chain work on this 1.6 Sigma engine, which is generally chain-driven but has known auxiliary drive issues.
Fuel economy for the 1.6-litre petrol Ford Focus of this generation sits in the mid-30s mpg in real-world mixed driving, with the official combined figure around 42 mpg. At today's fuel prices and roughly 7,000 miles per year, fuel alone is likely to cost around £1,400 annually, more if most driving is in town. Road tax for a petrol car first registered in March 2006 falls in the older pre-2007 bands, so VED is modest at around £180-£210 per year depending on the exact CO2 figure recorded for this variant.
Insurance for a 20-year-old 1.6 Focus typically falls into groups 6-8, meaning most experienced drivers should see premiums in the £350-£500 range, though younger or inexperienced drivers will pay considerably more. Routine servicing on this engine is straightforward, with oil and filter changes achievable for under £100 at an independent garage, and parts availability remains excellent. The bigger cost risk is corrosion-related structural repair, a new radiator or exhaust section, and tyres, which on a Focus of this age can easily add £400-£600 to a year's running costs.
Begin with the engine management light issue that caused the 2024 failure. Plug an OBD-II reader in and check for stored fault codes; common culprits on the 1.6 Sigma include the throttle body, MAF sensor, and lambda probe. Even if the light is currently off, recent historic codes will reveal whether the underlying issue was properly resolved or simply cleared.
Inspect both sub-frames on a ramp. The MOT history shows corrosion advisories on the rear sub-frame in 2022 and 2023, and on the front in 2024, with the front entry being borderline enough to fail the vehicle. Surface corrosion is one thing, perforation is another. Tap suspect patches with a screwdriver and look for flaking that goes deeper than the paint. Also check the rear axle beam mounting points and the brake line runs, which on salt-treated roads corrode ahead of schedule on these models.
Check the tyres on all four corners for uneven wear, as the 2025 advisories on both front tyres being worn on the edge suggest alignment or suspension bush wear. Have a look at the exhaust silencer area too, since the 2023 advisory flagged a loose silencer; corrosion at the mounting rubbers is typical on a Focus of this age. Finally, the oil leak from 2024 should be re-checked visually by inspecting the sump, cam cover gasket and oil filter housing for fresh seepage.
This red 1.6-litre petrol Ford Focus, first registered in March 2006, has covered 85,088 miles across six MOT tests since 2022. The record shows one failure in October 2024 alongside two passes in 2025 and earlier, with repeated advisories around sub-frame corrosion on both the front and rear. Against the model's average MOT pass rate of 79.2%, this specific vehicle sits modestly below that benchmark, and the mileage trajectory is broadly in line with the model's average annual figure of 6,826 miles.
Across more than one million Ford Focus examples analysed, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2%, with tyres, headlamps and anti-roll bar links the most common failure reasons. The model is generally considered a competent family hatchback but corrosion of structural components is a well-known weakness on older examples.
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