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2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · NL06 VPZ

NL06 VPZ

2006 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2006. Recorded mileage 164,669 miles. MOT valid until 16/03/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2026.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2006 · Newcastle
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/08/2026)
Recorded Mileage
164,669 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/08/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2006
Engine
1596cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently in a passing roadworthiness state, with the most recent MOT test on 2026-02-27 passing at 164,669 miles. This indicates that the car has maintained a consistent performance trajectory over the last two years, showing no signs of progressive deterioration. The maintenance history is relatively clean, with both rear and front brakes passing all tests, though the brake pad thickness is critically low at 1.5 mm, which is a specific and concerning finding. The mileage accumulation is roughly 8,233 miles per year, fitting the typical profile for a 2006 model. While the total mileage is within normal limits, the record reveals a significant gap in the maintenance record between 2025-03-14 and 2025-02-28. This 15-day interval suggests that the owner may have skipped scheduled maintenance or experienced a significant absence of routine checks, highlighting a potential lack of proactive care. A buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to address the critical brake pad issue and the structural integrity of the rear exhaust hanger and coil spring. The 1.5 mm thickness of the brake pads indicates that the pads may be approaching the end of their service life, requiring replacement before the next MOT. The corroded rear coil spring and the broken rear exhaust hanger mounting point to a serious structural risk that could compromise suspension stability and braking performance.

NL06 VPZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/02/2026
  • 164,669 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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NL06 VPZ Mileage History

  1. 08/03/2024149,549 mi
  2. 12/03/2024149,605 mi+56 mi
  3. 28/02/2025156,883 mi+7,278 mi
  4. 14/03/2025156,885 mi+2 mi
  5. 27/02/2026164,669 mi+7,784 mi

Average of roughly 7,659 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

NL06 VPZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 12:34
MOT Analysis

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 (NL06 VPZ) between March 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 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: “Brake cable insecure snapped (1.1.15 (c))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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