CarVerify

Free Car Check

AK59 THX

2009 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

176,204 mi
Last recorded176,204 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 THX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2024 176,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced wing near wheel arch slightly corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2024 176,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced wing near wheel arch slightly corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 163,826 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside offside (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2023 163,826 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 152,079 miles

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

Offside Front Bumper damaged

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2022 152,079 miles

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

Offside Front Bumper damaged

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 142,112 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens damaged. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 142,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer side wall. tyre size: 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens damaged. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn badly on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 133,061 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 126,124 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 112,483 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 100,804 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 88,487 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 76,759 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 76,759 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 62,637 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 50,020 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 36,167 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
Full Ford Focus reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AK59 THX is a 2009 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel 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 AK59 THX, 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

How do I check the history of AK59 THX?

You can check the full history of AK59 THX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AK59 THX registered?

AK59 THX is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is AK59 THX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 THX 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.

Does AK59 THX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AK59 THX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.