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EF59 ZWA

2009 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,780 mi
Last recorded58,780 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 ZWA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 58,780 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Sidelight discoloured

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Sidelight discoloured

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 56,940 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 53,533 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 51,170 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 48,155 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 46,332 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 46,332 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 43,224 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 36,567 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 29,149 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 25,656 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 23,098 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 20,475 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 17,380 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 14,798 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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EF59 ZWA is a 2009 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EF59 ZWA, 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 EF59 ZWA registered?

EF59 ZWA is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is EF59 ZWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF59 ZWA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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