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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,997 cc

LS09 KWUMOT history

LS09 KWU is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 15 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

LS09 KWU blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
74,588 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 KWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 KWU was last recorded at 74,588 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 2,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,771 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,817 miles
Average per year
4,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,588 miles
  • 2024 – 71,771 miles
  • 2023 – 66,999 miles
  • 2022 – 60,412 miles
  • 2021 – 54,973 miles
  • 2020 – 51,019 miles
  • 2018 – 46,665 miles
  • 2017 – 42,740 miles
  • 2016 – 38,176 miles
  • 2015 – 33,473 miles
  • 2014 – 29,268 miles
  • 2013 – 26,190 miles
  • 2012 – 20,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,588 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,588 miles (+2,817)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,588 miles
    Test number
    545856120527
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass71,771 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    71,771 miles
    Test number
    916113330274
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail71,771 miles (+4,772)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,771 miles
    Test number
    260663395950
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass66,999 miles (+87)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,999 miles
    Test number
    428684355308
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Fail66,912 miles (+6,500)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,912 miles
    Test number
    938542151530
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass60,412 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    60,412 miles
    Test number
    129572217273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail60,397 miles (+5,424)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,397 miles
    Test number
    728617167616
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass54,973 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    54,973 miles
    Test number
    380107440605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail54,955 miles (+3,936)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,955 miles
    Test number
    895382358634
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,019 miles (+4,354)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,019 miles
    Test number
    476182568799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    46,665 miles
    Test number
    937393893945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,665 miles (+3,925)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,665 miles
    Test number
    766000340411
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass42,740 miles (+4,564)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,740 miles
    Test number
    621497493906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,176 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,176 miles
    Test number
    177847415356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,473 miles (+4,205)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,473 miles
    Test number
    146524915108
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass29,268 miles (+3,078)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    29,268 miles
    Test number
    347607304156
    • 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

  17. Pass26,190 miles (+5,267)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,190 miles
    Test number
    929699823140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,923 miles
    Test number
    538932432128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 KWU

Does LS09 KWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 KWU expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 KWU?
The MOT on LS09 KWU expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 KWU done?
LS09 KWU was recorded at 74,588 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 4,018 miles a year.
Has LS09 KWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 KWU has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS09 KWU 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 LS09 KWU find?
LS09 KWU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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