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AJ59 XAT

2009 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,771 mi
Last recorded88,771 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 XAT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 88,771 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 77,852 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 68,637 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 65,772 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 61,528 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 58,993 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 56,472 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 56,472 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 51,487 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 46,224 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 46,224 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 39,774 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 33,398 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 27,836 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2014 27,836 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 19,872 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 15,877 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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AJ59 XAT is a 2009 Ford Focus in Blue 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 AJ59 XAT, 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 AJ59 XAT registered?

AJ59 XAT is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is AJ59 XAT safe to buy?

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