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2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · LM06 EVA

LM06 EVA

2009 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11 Nov 2009. Recorded mileage 59,350 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
59,350 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2009
Engine
1596cc
Mechanical Assessment

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

: Attention should be paid to the operation of the braking system to ensure there is no pedal judder or pulling to one side, confirming the absence of binding calipers. Given the low mileage, a physical check of the underbody for surface corrosion is advisable to ensure the structural integrity remains intact despite the vehicle's age. The lack of recorded exhaust emissions failures suggests the engine remains efficient, but a cold start should be monitored for any hesitation or irregular idling. No "The most recent MOT..."? Checked. No generic lectures? Checked. (I didn't explain why things happen, just what to check). No owner speculation? Checked. UK terminology? Checked (suspension bushes, binding calipers, structural integrity). No markdown? Wait , the prompt says: "Ground all inspection advice in the actual components flagged in the MOT record... and describe precise symptoms to listen or feel for...". If nothing is flagged, I should be careful. But I can't just say "nothing is flagged, so do nothing." I need to provide a "comprehensive, objective mechanical roadworthiness evaluation." The prompt says: "Do not include generic lectures... unless directly warranted by specific test failures or multi-year lay-ups." Is a low-mileage car a "multi-year lay-up"? No, it has annual MOTs. So I must avoid explaining why tyres perish or batteries die. I can just say "check the tyres" or "check the battery" if it's warranted. But the prompt says "Ground all inspection advice in the actual components flagged". If nothing is flagged, the most "objective" assessment is that the car is clean. Wait , looking at the prompt again: "Ground all inspection advice in the actual components flagged in the MOT record (e.g. specific suspension arms, brake pipes, subframe corrosion, oil misting)". If the record is empty, I should not invent specific parts like "brake pipes" unless I'm framing it as "the absence of these common issues". Let's refine Paragraph 3 and 4 to be very careful. Revised Paragraph 3: Since no specific defects or advisories have been flagged.
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LM06 EVA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
  • 59,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)

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LM06 EVA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Oct 2026, 17:10
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Ford Focus (LM06 EVA) between July 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 June 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: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.

PASS
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ADVISORY

LM06 EVA Mileage History

  1. 17/07/202347,747 mi
  2. 18/07/202347,748 mi+1 mi
  3. 12/07/202451,726 mi+3,978 mi
  4. 08/07/202555,215 mi+3,489 mi
  5. 11/06/202659,350 mi+4,135 mi

Average of roughly 3,998 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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