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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LR09 VYCMOT history

LR09 VYC is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 11 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 158,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

LR09 VYC black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
158,444 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 VYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 VYC was last recorded at 158,444 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 2,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,944 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,500 miles
Average per year
9,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,444 miles
  • 2025 – 155,944 miles
  • 2024 – 153,829 miles
  • 2023 – 150,020 miles
  • 2022 – 145,986 miles
  • 2021 – 141,848 miles
  • 2020 – 137,935 miles
  • 2019 – 122,251 miles
  • 2018 – 107,579 miles
  • 2017 – 93,749 miles
  • 2016 – 78,692 miles
  • 2015 – 62,064 miles
  • 2014 – 44,081 miles
  • 2013 – 32,244 miles
  • 2012 – 20,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,444 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRadiator support beam slight corrsionRecorded 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 Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,444 miles (+2,500)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    158,444 miles
    Test number
    841008647345
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRadiator support beam slight corrsion

  2. Pass155,944 miles (+2,115)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    155,944 miles
    Test number
    174589859101
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f position light dim
    • AdvisoryRadiator support beam slight corrsion

  3. Pass153,829 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    153,829 miles
    Test number
    864367546124
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront lower radiator support has slight corrosion

  4. Fail153,829 miles (+3,809)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,829 miles
    Test number
    971292306711
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront lower radiator support has slight corrosion

  5. Pass150,020 miles (+4,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    150,020 miles
    Test number
    512407510858
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass145,986 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    145,986 miles
    Test number
    161183744384
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail145,986 miles (+4,138)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,986 miles
    Test number
    481878462835
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass141,848 miles (+3,913)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,848 miles
    Test number
    133032449456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass137,935 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    137,935 miles
    Test number
    127200661517
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail137,935 miles (+15,684)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,935 miles
    Test number
    158953070543
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass122,251 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,251 miles
    Test number
    841060377026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail122,251 miles (+14,672)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,251 miles
    Test number
    289777707172
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass107,579 miles (+13,830)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,579 miles
    Test number
    835139610965
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass93,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    93,749 miles
    Test number
    274907589221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail93,749 miles (+15,057)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,749 miles
    Test number
    799584476269
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Both side Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass78,692 miles (+16,628)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,692 miles
    Test number
    983096110243
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint BOTH REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S FRONT TYRE INNER EDGE WEAR
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush BOTH FRONT (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail62,064 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,064 miles
    Test number
    267725805466
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass62,064 miles (+17,983)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,064 miles
    Test number
    588465905103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,081 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,081 miles
    Test number
    846524114184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,080 miles (+11,836)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,080 miles
    Test number
    467093414105
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass32,244 miles (+11,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,244 miles
    Test number
    718361743127
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass20,866 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,866 miles
    Test number
    275354542407
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR09 VYC

Does LR09 VYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 VYC is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 VYC?
The MOT on LR09 VYC is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 VYC done?
LR09 VYC was recorded at 158,444 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 9,677 miles a year.
Has LR09 VYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 VYC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LR09 VYC 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 VYC find?
LR09 VYC passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 6 more.

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