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A10 EMH

2009 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

86,881 mi
Last recorded86,881 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 EMH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 86,881 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 81,480 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 74,305 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 74,305 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 66,366 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 65,162 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 65,162 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 62,819 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 57,399 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 57,399 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 52,778 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 52,778 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 47,800 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 42,435 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 42,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 36,395 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 30,398 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 23,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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A10 EMH is a 2009 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 71,529 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A10 EMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A10 EMH registered?

A10 EMH is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is A10 EMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 EMH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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