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EJ09 NHM

2009 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,422 mi
Last recorded142,422 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 NHM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 142,422 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 128,770 miles

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 121,777 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 113,987 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 113,986 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 108,509 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 101,712 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 95,274 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 91,832 miles

Engine oil level above max mark on dip-stick

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 10 Aug 2018 91,823 miles

Fuel hose leaking Pipework leading from filler neck joint into fuel tank, witness discharge noted on pipes and anti roll bar and bracketry on rear sub frame. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Engine oil level above max mark on dip-stick

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Aug 2017 87,885 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 82,391 miles

Both front brake disc inner surfaces slightly corroded

Nearside Front Beginning to crack and perish on outer edge

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Beginning to crack and perish on outer edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 78,315 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 78,315 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2015 66,199 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 66,199 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 54,996 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 41,271 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 35,237 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jun 2012 35,237 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 NHM is a 2009 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NHM, 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 NHM registered?

EJ09 NHM is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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