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EJ09 LJF

2009 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

86,237 mi
Last recorded86,237 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 LJF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 86,237 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 81,392 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 81,392 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2016 73,466 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 66,096 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres wearing on inner/outer edge

Pass 2 Jun 2015 66,096 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres wearing on inner/outer edge

Pass 16 May 2014 59,680 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 59,680 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2013 52,539 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 52,539 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 17 May 2012 45,654 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2012 45,654 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 LJF is a 2009 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 LJF, 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 EJ09 LJF registered?

EJ09 LJF is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 June 2009.

Is EJ09 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ09 LJF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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