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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

LS09 NLJMOT history

LS09 NLJ is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 156,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LS09 NLJ silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
156,860 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 NLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 NLJ was last recorded at 156,860 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 10,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,702 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,158 miles
Average per year
9,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,860 miles
  • 2025 – 146,702 miles
  • 2024 – 144,560 miles
  • 2023 – 138,461 miles
  • 2022 – 131,327 miles
  • 2021 – 123,426 miles
  • 2019 – 112,419 miles
  • 2018 – 100,191 miles
  • 2017 – 83,316 miles
  • 2016 – 68,801 miles
  • 2015 – 55,119 miles
  • 2014 – 39,083 miles
  • 2013 – 22,860 miles
  • 2012 – 16,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,860 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle exhaust box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge 205/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,860 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    156,860 miles
    Test number
    778680658498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail156,860 miles (+10,158)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,860 miles
    Test number
    620590456427
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass146,702 miles (+2,142)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    146,702 miles
    Test number
    317279929311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,560 miles (+16)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    144,560 miles
    Test number
    432853506260
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail144,544 miles (+6,083)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,544 miles
    Test number
    709718982865
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass138,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    138,461 miles
    Test number
    906145373280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  7. Fail138,461 miles (+7,134)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,461 miles
    Test number
    802592806891
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  8. Pass131,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    131,327 miles
    Test number
    112625291506
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND BACK (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail131,327 miles (+7,901)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,327 miles
    Test number
    389741080033
    • DangerousFront Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND BACK (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass123,426 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,426 miles
    Test number
    206864849724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,407 miles (+10,988)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,407 miles
    Test number
    317462355648
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass112,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,419 miles
    Test number
    328862155565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail112,419 miles (+12,228)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,419 miles
    Test number
    714151057733
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mount broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass100,191 miles (+16,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,191 miles
    Test number
    525983287092
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass83,316 miles (+14,515)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,316 miles
    Test number
    259111250251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,801 miles (+13,682)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,801 miles
    Test number
    560901519875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,119 miles (+16,036)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,119 miles
    Test number
    905070455104
    • NoteNearside rear seatbelt not fully tested reference child seat fitted

  18. Pass39,083 miles (+16,223)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,083 miles
    Test number
    439303824158
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat

  19. Pass22,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    22,860 miles
    Test number
    765154813178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,860 miles (+6,017)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,860 miles
    Test number
    439443313103
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  21. Pass16,843 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    16,843 miles
    Test number
    169043132159
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

Questions about LS09 NLJ

Does LS09 NLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 NLJ is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 NLJ?
The MOT on LS09 NLJ is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 NLJ done?
LS09 NLJ was recorded at 156,860 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 9,737 miles a year.
Has LS09 NLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 NLJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 NLJ 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 NLJ find?
LS09 NLJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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