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EJ09 ABU

2009 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,071 mi
Last recorded155,071 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 ABU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 155,071 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 144,378 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear tca bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear tca bush (2.4.F.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 136,508 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 4 Jan 2017 136,508 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2015 119,934 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 105,147 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 90,731 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 71,622 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 64,935 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)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 64,935 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

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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EJ09 ABU is a 2009 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EJ09 ABU, 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 EJ09 ABU registered?

EJ09 ABU is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 July 2009.

Is EJ09 ABU safe to buy?

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