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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,999 cc

LX09 VZNMOT history

LX09 VZN is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2024 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2024.

LX09 VZN black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2024
Mileage
114,905 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2024
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 VZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX09 VZN was last recorded at 114,905 miles on 11 Sept 2024, 2,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,914 miles · 21 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2,991 miles
Average per year
7,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,905 miles
  • 2023 – 111,914 miles
  • 2022 – 108,261 miles
  • 2021 – 101,845 miles
  • 2020 – 96,125 miles
  • 2019 – 82,904 miles
  • 2018 – 71,059 miles
  • 2017 – 64,817 miles
  • 2016 – 57,395 miles
  • 2015 – 41,051 miles
  • 2014 – 30,468 miles
  • 2013 – 20,906 miles
  • 2012 – 15,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,905 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged Snapped at caliper (1.1.15 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components, mounts and sub-frames corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,905 miles (+2,991)1 dangerous10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,905 miles
    Test number
    114440924056
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged Snapped at caliper (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components, mounts and sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass111,914 miles (+3,653)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,914 miles
    Test number
    283581244296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,261 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    108,261 miles
    Test number
    683174430662
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail108,260 miles (+6,415)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,260 miles
    Test number
    379495597583
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass101,845 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,845 miles
    Test number
    423598187041
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail101,864 miles (+5,739)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,864 miles
    Test number
    211346034758
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,125 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,125 miles
    Test number
    304697202975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,120 miles (+349)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,120 miles
    Test number
    155695545447
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    95,771 miles
    Test number
    415643862647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,770 miles (+12,866)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,770 miles
    Test number
    808577811153
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass82,904 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,904 miles
    Test number
    545786812543
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog Lamp missing

  12. Fail82,900 miles (+11,841)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,900 miles
    Test number
    925946681103
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog Lamp missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass71,059 miles (+6,242)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,059 miles
    Test number
    936019465445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner edge tyre slight wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tread wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tread cacking

  14. Pass64,817 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,817 miles
    Test number
    144367710063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail64,817 miles (+7,422)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,817 miles
    Test number
    757558140400
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass57,395 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,395 miles
    Test number
    942016369105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail57,395 miles (+16,344)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,395 miles
    Test number
    584926904245
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass41,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,051 miles
    Test number
    995604165085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,051 miles (+10,583)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,051 miles
    Test number
    129814665097
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  20. Pass30,468 miles (+9,562)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,468 miles
    Test number
    567481274060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAdvise nsr tyre sidewall perished.

  21. Pass20,906 miles (+5,155)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,906 miles
    Test number
    675697663036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    15,751 miles
    Test number
    855214972090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX09 VZN

Does LX09 VZN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX09 VZN expired on 27 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX09 VZN?
The MOT on LX09 VZN expired on 27 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX09 VZN done?
LX09 VZN was recorded at 114,905 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2024, an average of 7,935 miles a year.
Has LX09 VZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 VZN has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LX09 VZN 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 LX09 VZN find?
LX09 VZN failed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front brake disc significantly and obviously worn; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 15 more.

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