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EJ09 HLR

2009 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,619 mi
Last recorded116,619 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 HLR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 116,619 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 113,433 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 111,076 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 108,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2023 108,680 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 100,716 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 97,333 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 97,242 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 95,951 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 92,885 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 87,158 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 80,613 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 73,100 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 64,197 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 61,503 miles

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

both front tyres on 2-3mm

nearside rear tyre tread on 3mm and tyre starting to crack

Pass 30 Aug 2013 58,750 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 47,717 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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EJ09 HLR is a 2009 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 HLR, 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 HLR registered?

EJ09 HLR is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is EJ09 HLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ09 HLR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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