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2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FE59 RZW

FE59 RZW

2009 Ford Focus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 15 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 137,556 miles. MOT valid until 31 May 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2009 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 31 May 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
137,556 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 31 May 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2009
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2009 Ford Focus presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 7 May 2025 at 132,820 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior clean pass dated 20 May 2024 at 127,439 miles shows the vehicle has cleared its annual examinations without outstanding advisories for over a year. Recorded mileage sits at 132,820 against an estimated 17-year lifespan, equating to roughly 7,800 miles per year and reflecting typical use for this model age. The records show steady accumulation: 122,095 miles in May 2023, 127,325 by May 2024, and 132,820 by May 2025. Two failed tests in 2023 and 2024 were logged with no defects recorded, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than mechanical faults, and the immediate re-tests days later passed cleanly. The absence of any advisories across the full history means the official record gives no signal of worn suspension bushes, corroded structure, or failing brake components. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of underside corrosion, coil springs, and brake disc wear given the vehicle's age and the fact that MOT checks do not strip components. Previous keepers appear to have maintained basic statutory compliance, though the twin fail-with-no-defect entries suggest loose test booking discipline rather than neglect of consumables. Treat the clean record as a positive but verify in person before purchase.
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FE59 RZW Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
  • 137,556 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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

FE59 RZW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 14:05
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 (FE59 RZW) between May 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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

In total 9 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: “Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))”.

PASS
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ADVISORY

FE59 RZW Mileage History

  1. 17/05/2023122,099 mi
  2. 14/05/2024127,325 mi+5,226 mi
  3. 20/05/2024127,439 mi+114 mi
  4. 07/05/2025132,820 mi+5,381 mi
  5. 08/05/2026137,556 mi+4,736 mi

Average of roughly 5,194 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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