Official DVLA Record

2009 Ford Focus 1.4L Petrol · YR58 AAE

YR58 AAE

2009 Ford Focus (1.4L, petrol). First registered 12/02/2009. Recorded mileage 115,962 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2009 · Sheffield
MOT Status
Valid until 04/03/2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
115,962 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 04/03/2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2009
Engine
1388cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, showing a consistent history of passing inspections despite its age. The most recent test in March 2024 at 115,962 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just three days prior. This suggests the current owner is proactive in addressing immediate faults to ensure the vehicle remains roadlegal. Given that the current date is June 2026, the vehicle is now two years overdue for its annual MOT, necessitating an immediate inspection to verify its current condition. The recorded mileage of 115,962 miles over 17 years averages to approximately 6,800 miles per year. This low annual usage is consistent with a light-use commuter vehicle, which typically reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components. The data shows a steady progression between 2022 and 2024, with the car covering roughly 7,900 miles in that two-year period. However, the gap in data since March 2024 indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary or been used infrequently, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake fluid. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and underbody, as the clean MOT records cannot predict hidden corrosion. Low-mileage vehicles of this era often suffer from seized brake calipers or perished suspension bushes due to age rather than mechanical wear. Check for signs of binding brakes or structural rust on the exhaust system, which are common on the Ford Focus. Because the vehicle is significantly past its test date, a thorough check of fluid levels and tyre integrity is required to ensure no mechanical issues have developed during the recent period of inactivity.

YR58 AAE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2024
  • 115,962 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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YR58 AAE Mileage History

  1. 25/02/2022108,079 mi
  2. 01/03/2022108,079 mi
  3. 01/03/2023115,374 mi+7,295 mi
  4. 02/03/2024115,962 mi+588 mi
  5. 05/03/2024115,962 mi

Average of roughly 3,897 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YR58 AAE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 18:22
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Ford Focus (YR58 AAE) between February 2022 and March 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 05 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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