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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc

LL09 USWMOT history

LL09 USW is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

LL09 USW black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
134,386 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 USW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 USW was last recorded at 134,386 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,384 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,386 miles
  • 2024 – 128,478 miles
  • 2023 – 121,345 miles
  • 2022 – 114,666 miles
  • 2021 – 107,598 miles
  • 2020 – 98,987 miles
  • 2019 – 91,872 miles
  • 2018 – 86,981 miles
  • 2017 – 80,806 miles
  • 2016 – 74,788 miles
  • 2015 – 67,044 miles
  • 2014 – 58,934 miles
  • 2013 – 48,802 miles
  • 2012 – 36,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,386 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,386 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    134,386 miles
    Test number
    860312810346
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,384 miles (+5,906)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,384 miles
    Test number
    296552688159
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,478 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,478 miles
    Test number
    261540468435
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail128,458 miles (+7,113)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,458 miles
    Test number
    945829707441
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass121,345 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    121,345 miles
    Test number
    744475081147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,300 miles (+6,634)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,300 miles
    Test number
    516380765199
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass114,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,666 miles
    Test number
    816701595611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,666 miles (+7,068)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,666 miles
    Test number
    851964801150
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure corroded and snapped (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass107,598 miles (+79)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,598 miles
    Test number
    415705499273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded

  10. Fail107,519 miles (+8,532)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,519 miles
    Test number
    470097068582
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded

  11. Pass98,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,987 miles
    Test number
    687860117930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,987 miles (+7,115)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,987 miles
    Test number
    220970326357
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure mount corroded and snapped (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass91,872 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,872 miles
    Test number
    515189208397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail91,834 miles (+4,853)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,834 miles
    Test number
    799507856024
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass86,981 miles (+6,175)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,981 miles
    Test number
    918711284184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,806 miles (+6,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,806 miles
    Test number
    124877714865
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass74,788 miles (+7,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,788 miles
    Test number
    211054065965
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass67,044 miles (+8,110)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,044 miles
    Test number
    638796850695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,934 miles (+26)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,934 miles
    Test number
    328541194247
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail58,908 miles (+10,106)1 dangerous1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    878237884229
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass48,802 miles (+12,768)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,802 miles
    Test number
    306248903463
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteN/s/f & O/s/r tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass36,034 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,034 miles
    Test number
    148353312235
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LL09 USW

Does LL09 USW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 USW is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL09 USW?
The MOT on LL09 USW is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 USW done?
LL09 USW was recorded at 134,386 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 7,385 miles a year.
Has LL09 USW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 USW has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL09 USW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LL09 USW find?
LL09 USW passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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