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AF09 LZN

2009 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

131,951 mi
Last recorded131,951 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 LZN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 131,951 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

sills covered

Fail 23 Jan 2018 131,951 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

sills covered

Pass 9 Feb 2017 129,252 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wipers smearing

Pass 28 Jan 2016 106,260 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

handbrake slightly stiff

Pass 8 Jan 2015 96,746 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2015 96,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 82,504 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 65,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn to legal limit

Pass 1 Dec 2012 65,920 miles

both front tyres worn to legal limit

Pass 7 Oct 2011 47,824 miles

fuel dampness around fuel tank filler & breather pipes.

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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AF09 LZN is a 2009 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AF09 LZN, 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 AF09 LZN registered?

AF09 LZN is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is AF09 LZN safe to buy?

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