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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

LR09 VXHMOT history

LR09 VXH is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LR09 VXH black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,099 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 VXH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 VXH was last recorded at 109,099 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 2,590 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,509 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,590 miles
Average per year
6,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,099 miles
  • 2025 – 106,509 miles
  • 2024 – 103,462 miles
  • 2023 – 100,972 miles
  • 2022 – 96,062 miles
  • 2021 – 87,054 miles
  • 2020 – 80,960 miles
  • 2019 – 69,691 miles
  • 2018 – 59,113 miles
  • 2017 – 48,441 miles
  • 2016 – 37,323 miles
  • 2015 – 33,101 miles
  • 2014 – 29,131 miles
  • 2013 – 26,150 miles
  • 2012 – 21,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,099 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,099 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,099 miles
    Test number
    455541489292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,099 miles (+2,590)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,099 miles
    Test number
    986988187013
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,509 miles (+3,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    106,509 miles
    Test number
    349867039474
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower sill damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,462 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    103,462 miles
    Test number
    605305794133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,972 miles (+4,910)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,972 miles
    Test number
    910112741923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,062 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,062 miles
    Test number
    478742305686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail96,062 miles (+9,008)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,062 miles
    Test number
    369491792938
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,054 miles (+6,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,054 miles
    Test number
    167770625627
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,960 miles (+11,269)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,960 miles
    Test number
    882863378540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,691 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,691 miles
    Test number
    698793939852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,654 miles (+10,541)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,654 miles
    Test number
    905077462888
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass59,113 miles (+10,672)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,113 miles
    Test number
    688748152645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,441 miles (+11,118)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,441 miles
    Test number
    884950320427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,323 miles (+4,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,323 miles
    Test number
    474261723859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre

  15. Fail33,101 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,101 miles
    Test number
    145330375085
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass33,101 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,101 miles
    Test number
    777120475004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,131 miles (+2,981)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,131 miles
    Test number
    405984884024
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass26,150 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,150 miles
    Test number
    487296583008
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/rear child seat

  19. Pass26,150 miles (+4,254)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,150 miles
    Test number
    899276283062
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted n/s/r

  20. Pass21,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,896 miles
    Test number
    195300262004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,896 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,896 miles
    Test number
    807530662054
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LR09 VXH

Does LR09 VXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 VXH is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 VXH?
The MOT on LR09 VXH is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 VXH done?
LR09 VXH was recorded at 109,099 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 6,205 miles a year.
Has LR09 VXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 VXH has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 VXH 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 VXH find?
LR09 VXH passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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