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Ford Focus

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LR09 EMJMOT history

LR09 EMJ is a red diesel Ford Focus first used on 14 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 209,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

LR09 EMJ red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
209,942 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 EMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 EMJ was last recorded at 209,942 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,935 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
11,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 209,942 miles
  • 2024 – 197,715 miles
  • 2023 – 185,411 miles
  • 2022 – 167,659 miles
  • 2021 – 153,768 miles
  • 2020 – 145,934 miles
  • 2019 – 134,053 miles
  • 2018 – 120,580 miles
  • 2017 – 111,226 miles
  • 2016 – 100,770 miles
  • 2015 – 90,159 miles
  • 2014 – 80,066 miles
  • 2013 – 68,917 miles
  • 2012 – 56,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,942 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,942 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    209,942 miles
    Test number
    794463088678
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail209,935 miles (+12,220)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,935 miles
    Test number
    295382584327
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm hi low (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases hole in mid box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass197,715 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    197,715 miles
    Test number
    915110225712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail197,715 miles (+12,304)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,715 miles
    Test number
    773629596170
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass185,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    185,411 miles
    Test number
    570943819158
    • AdvisoryRear Rear silencer leaking

  6. Fail185,411 miles (+17,752)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,411 miles
    Test number
    878533585440
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear silencer leaking

  7. Pass167,659 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,659 miles
    Test number
    873629186736
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Fail167,659 miles (+13,891)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,659 miles
    Test number
    173026365991
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Both (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass153,768 miles (+7,834)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    153,768 miles
    Test number
    727674795017
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass145,934 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,934 miles
    Test number
    258055473346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail145,933 miles (+11,880)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,933 miles
    Test number
    365565502582
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass134,053 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,053 miles
    Test number
    598851332749
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle to body (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle to body (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail134,053 miles (+13,473)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,053 miles
    Test number
    193639851634
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle to body (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle to body (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass120,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,580 miles
    Test number
    333167861965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail120,580 miles (+9,354)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,580 miles
    Test number
    788504509341
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  16. Pass111,226 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,226 miles
    Test number
    629946342285
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail111,224 miles (+10,454)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,224 miles
    Test number
    572169568609
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass100,770 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,770 miles
    Test number
    710737597903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rear silenser corroded

  19. Fail100,770 miles (+10,611)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,770 miles
    Test number
    512937094745
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rear silenser corroded

  20. Pass90,159 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,159 miles
    Test number
    888345285469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box heavly deterorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wearing inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (3.7.B.6b)

  21. Fail90,159 miles (+10,093)4 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,159 miles
    Test number
    358503877796
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both smeering (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators have less than 50% of the light sources illuminating both (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront both worn to 4mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust box heavly deterorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wearing inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear diesel emissions just past readings and blowing smoke out of rear exhaust just met requirements
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (3.7.B.6b)

  22. Pass80,066 miles (+11,149)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,066 miles
    Test number
    238018784232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,917 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,917 miles
    Test number
    677767283225
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  24. Pass68,917 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,917 miles
    Test number
    739027483296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,775 miles (+9,337)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,775 miles
    Test number
    219348493063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,438 miles
    Test number
    926643702184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR09 EMJ

Does LR09 EMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 EMJ expired on 18 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 EMJ?
The MOT on LR09 EMJ expired on 18 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 EMJ done?
LR09 EMJ was recorded at 209,942 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 11,361 miles a year.
Has LR09 EMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 EMJ has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR09 EMJ 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 LR09 EMJ find?
LR09 EMJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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