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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LS09 SWJMOT history

LS09 SWJ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

LS09 SWJ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,229 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 SWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 SWJ was last recorded at 98,229 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 6,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,774 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,455 miles
Average per year
6,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,229 miles
  • 2025 – 91,774 miles
  • 2024 – 81,936 miles
  • 2023 – 74,390 miles
  • 2022 – 65,404 miles
  • 2021 – 62,474 miles
  • 2020 – 59,276 miles
  • 2019 – 55,434 miles
  • 2018 – 51,448 miles
  • 2017 – 47,310 miles
  • 2016 – 42,768 miles
  • 2015 – 36,458 miles
  • 2014 – 29,653 miles
  • 2013 – 20,490 miles
  • 2012 – 12,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,229 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And inner edge wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,229 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,229 miles
    Test number
    300406361407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,774 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,774 miles
    Test number
    575248035223
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail91,774 miles (+9,838)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,774 miles
    Test number
    641354168170
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,936 miles (+7,546)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,936 miles
    Test number
    940449703932
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front's (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front's (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass74,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,390 miles
    Test number
    790287669143
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn - 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail74,390 miles (+8,986)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,390 miles
    Test number
    380348333090
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn - 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass65,404 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,404 miles
    Test number
    869664874219
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail65,392 miles (+2,918)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,392 miles
    Test number
    762256535735
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working Door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass62,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    62,474 miles
    Test number
    733455812596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,474 miles (+3,198)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,474 miles
    Test number
    778296914960
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass59,276 miles (+3,842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    59,276 miles
    Test number
    208079790141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass55,434 miles (+3,986)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,434 miles
    Test number
    937985555165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,448 miles (+4,138)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,448 miles
    Test number
    987316587224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,310 miles (+4,542)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,310 miles
    Test number
    296011163252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,768 miles (+6,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    824805326428
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass36,458 miles (+6,805)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,458 miles
    Test number
    333384782823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,653 miles (+9,163)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,653 miles
    Test number
    739939414294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,490 miles (+8,114)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    20,490 miles
    Test number
    488024913290
    • NoteN/s/f tyre and wheel rim damaged but no cores shown.

  19. Pass12,376 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    12,376 miles
    Test number
    197368122249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    12,091 miles
    Test number
    449460432127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 SWJ

Does LS09 SWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 SWJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 SWJ?
The MOT on LS09 SWJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 SWJ done?
LS09 SWJ was recorded at 98,229 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 6,170 miles a year.
Has LS09 SWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 SWJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 SWJ 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 SWJ find?
LS09 SWJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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