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EJ09 NZA

2009 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,483 mi
Last recorded108,483 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 108,483 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 103,441 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 94,086 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 94,043 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 86,939 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test traffic camera- wiring hanging ()

Fail 20 Sep 2022 86,939 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb issue-not seated (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb issue (4.1.2 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test traffic camera- wiring hanging ()

Pass 20 Sep 2021 79,661 miles

Windscreen has small stone chip

Fail 16 Sep 2021 79,613 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Windscreen has small stone chip

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + inner sidewall 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 74,230 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 68,092 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 60,698 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 54,543 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 47,137 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 32,227 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 28,798 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,613 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 13,301 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 6,037 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 NZA is a 2009 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 NZA, 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 NZA registered?

EJ09 NZA is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is EJ09 NZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ09 NZA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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