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A23 SJP

2009 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,062 mi
Last recorded39,062 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 SJP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 39,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2025 39,062 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 35,117 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 30,425 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 30,425 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 24,234 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 24,234 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 23,004 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 22,259 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 21,280 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 21,067 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 20,144 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 19,250 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 18,239 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 17,420 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 16,491 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 15,466 miles

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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A23 SJP is a 2009 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A23 SJP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A23 SJP registered?

A23 SJP is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is A23 SJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 SJP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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