Ford Focus
Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc
LR09 VZEMOT history
LR09 VZE is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 139,079 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 4 May 2027
- Mileage
- 139,079 mi
- At MOT on 2 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 20
- 15 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 9,069 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR09 VZE
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,596 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 31 Mar 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 4 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 2 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR09 VZE was last recorded at 139,079 miles on 2 May 2026, 11,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 127,781 miles · 2 May 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 11,298 miles
- Average per year
- 9,069 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 139,079 miles
- 2024 – 127,781 miles
- 2023 – 117,019 miles
- 2022 – 107,049 miles
- 2021 – 102,539 miles
- 2020 – 99,824 miles
- 2019 – 92,420 miles
- 2018 – 87,071 miles
- 2017 – 74,937 miles
- 2016 – 62,916 miles
- 2015 – 50,845 miles
- 2014 – 38,030 miles
- 2013 – 26,578 miles
- 2012 – 11,680 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass139,079 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2013
Full MOT history
20 tests since 14 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass139,079 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2027
- Odometer
- 139,079 miles
- Test number
- 163909550567
No defects or advisories recorded.
PassMileage not read6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2026
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 505677363747
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass127,781 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2025
- Odometer
- 127,781 miles
- Test number
- 218518705313
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail127,781 miles (+10,762)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,781 miles
- Test number
- 747010542224
- Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass117,019 miles (+9,970)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2024
- Odometer
- 117,019 miles
- Test number
- 970018607626
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass107,049 miles (+4,510)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2023
- Odometer
- 107,049 miles
- Test number
- 570235740290
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened [at both sides @ inner face] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing [at both sides] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass102,539 miles (+2,715)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 102,539 miles
- Test number
- 363776761000
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass99,824 miles (+7,404)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 99,824 miles
- Test number
- 664973219289
- AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection
- AdvisoryFront number plate slight deteriorated
- AdvisoryN/S/F track rod end ball joint is perishing
- AdvisoryO/S headlamp aims is on limits
- AdvisorySlight perished on both rear tyres
- AdvisorySlight play in both rear anti roll bar link arm ball joints
Pass92,420 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 92,420 miles
- Test number
- 106640942859
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (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))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail92,420 miles (+5,349)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,420 miles
- Test number
- 204343730750
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (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))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail87,071 miles (+238)4 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,071 miles
- Test number
- 686993642429
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. FOOT 25% (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement LINKS (2.4.G.2)
Pass86,833 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 86,833 miles
- Test number
- 414444152861
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail86,833 miles (+11,896)3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,833 miles
- Test number
- 545493737504
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass74,937 miles (+12,021)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 74,937 miles
- Test number
- 725096650703
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass62,916 miles (+12,071)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 62,916 miles
- Test number
- 875374437899
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,845 miles (+12,815)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 50,845 miles
- Test number
- 288652195088
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass38,030 miles (+11,452)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 38,030 miles
- Test number
- 389957794067
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,578 miles (+52)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 26,578 miles
- Test number
- 196469093474
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail26,526 miles (+14,846)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 26,526 miles
- Test number
- 805728293066
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass11,680 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 11,680 miles
- Test number
- 225765202427
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LR09 VZE
- Does LR09 VZE currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 VZE is valid until 4 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LR09 VZE?
- The MOT on LR09 VZE is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LR09 VZE done?
- LR09 VZE was recorded at 139,079 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 9,069 miles a year.
- Has LR09 VZE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR09 VZE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
- Has the mileage on LR09 VZE 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 VZE find?
- LR09 VZE passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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