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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

LS09 VBJMOT history

LS09 VBJ is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 20 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2025.

LS09 VBJ silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
116,812 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,658 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 VBJ
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
20 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 VBJ was last recorded at 116,812 miles on 8 Sept 2025, 24,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,223 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
24,589 miles
Average per year
7,658 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,812 miles
  • 2024 – 92,223 miles
  • 2023 – 76,627 miles
  • 2022 – 76,559 miles
  • 2021 – 55,961 miles
  • 2020 – 55,083 miles
  • 2019 – 51,510 miles
  • 2018 – 47,762 miles
  • 2017 – 45,601 miles
  • 2016 – 42,230 miles
  • 2015 – 38,398 miles
  • 2014 – 33,755 miles
  • 2013 – 24,168 miles
  • 2012 – 14,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,812 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F, O/S/F. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F, O/S/F. (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,812 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,812 miles
    Test number
    689344656067
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F, O/S/F. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F, O/S/F. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail116,811 miles (+24,588)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,811 miles
    Test number
    981253291938
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F, O/S/F. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F, O/S/F. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,223 miles (+15,596)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,223 miles
    Test number
    960142128845
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Position + Brake Lamp Slightly Discoloured (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass76,627 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,627 miles
    Test number
    171097202359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass76,559 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    76,559 miles
    Test number
    559238665481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail76,533 miles (+20,572)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,533 miles
    Test number
    661893451319
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible both dipped beam fitted with LED bulbs (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass55,961 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,961 miles
    Test number
    675515832963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,083 miles
    Test number
    131712145229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,083 miles (+3,573)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,083 miles
    Test number
    106334778711
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass51,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,510 miles
    Test number
    728008571785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,510 miles (+3,748)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,510 miles
    Test number
    577539066091
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass47,762 miles (+2,161)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,762 miles
    Test number
    706869859769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,601 miles
    Test number
    985777355596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,601 miles (+3,371)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,601 miles
    Test number
    644378091851
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both smear (8.2.2)

  15. Pass42,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,230 miles
    Test number
    209516673502
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted inner part of discs (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail42,230 miles (+3,832)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,230 miles
    Test number
    495967035145
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted inner part of discs (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass38,398 miles (+4,643)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,398 miles
    Test number
    126689825137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,755 miles (+9,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,755 miles
    Test number
    318991094130
    • 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)

  19. Pass24,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,168 miles
    Test number
    379773503468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,168 miles (+6)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,168 miles
    Test number
    637783403212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  21. Fail24,162 miles (+9,268)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,162 miles
    Test number
    327099293156
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  22. Pass14,894 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    14,894 miles
    Test number
    655675302252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    14,159 miles
    Test number
    376784202140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 VBJ

Does LS09 VBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 VBJ expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 VBJ?
The MOT on LS09 VBJ expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 VBJ done?
LS09 VBJ was recorded at 116,812 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2025, an average of 7,658 miles a year.
Has LS09 VBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 VBJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 VBJ 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 VBJ find?
LS09 VBJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: coil spring corroded n/s/f, o/s/f.; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f, o/s/f..

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