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EJ09 KXV

2009 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

170,513 mi
Last recorded170,513 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 KXV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 170,513 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 170,509 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2025 163,222 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 163,222 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 161,840 miles

Both rear inner sill corroded slightly

Pass 23 May 2023 159,076 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 151,055 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 139,726 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 139,726 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 129,608 miles
Fail 14 May 2020 129,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 119,419 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 108,675 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 100,078 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 91,206 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 82,237 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 76,413 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 71,790 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 61,313 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 61,313 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 51,318 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 KXV is a 2009 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EJ09 KXV, 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 KXV registered?

EJ09 KXV is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 July 2009.

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The MOT history for EJ09 KXV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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