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AM58 LYA

2009 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,482 mi
Last recorded53,482 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2016
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM58 LYA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2016 53,482 miles

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

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

cuts in both rear tyres sidewalls, not reached ply or cords

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 11 Feb 2016 53,482 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

cuts in both rear tyres sidewalls, not reached ply or cords

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 4 Feb 2015 45,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2014 38,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Feb 2014 38,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 30,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Feb 2013 30,478 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2012 21,874 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Both front tyres excessivly worn on inner edge

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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AM58 LYA is a 2009 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AM58 LYA, 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.

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What year was AM58 LYA registered?

AM58 LYA is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 February 2009.

Is AM58 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM58 LYA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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