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AF59 OKU

2009 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

121,670 mi
Last recorded121,670 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 OKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 121,670 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 121,670 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 113,623 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air-freshener and dash cam ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2024 113,623 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air-freshener and dash cam ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 106,987 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 106,987 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 97,557 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 31 Oct 2022 97,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED Bulb (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED Bulb (4.1.4 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Nov 2021 91,590 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 very low on shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 91,584 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 87,228 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 87,228 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 84,766 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 78,261 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 72,791 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Nov 2016 66,858 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 28 Oct 2015 57,468 miles

Nearside Rear child seat

Fail 28 Oct 2015 57,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear child seat

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 45,234 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 33,633 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 28,958 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 28,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AF59 OKU is a 2009 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AF59 OKU, 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 AF59 OKU registered?

AF59 OKU is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is AF59 OKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 OKU shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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