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2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SV09 WTL

SV09 WTL

2009 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2009. Recorded mileage 118,094 miles. MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2009 · Aberdeen
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
118,094 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2009
Engine
1596cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy condition, showing a clear trend of improving maintenance. Following a period of multiple defects in 2021, the car has passed three consecutive annual tests with zero defects recorded. The most recent inspection in February 2026 at 118,094 miles confirms that previous mechanical and safety concerns have been addressed and the vehicle currently meets the minimum standards for road use. At approximately 17 years old, the Ford Focus has covered an average of 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage data shows steady progression between 2021 and 2026, with roughly 8,000 to 10,000 miles covered between tests. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of stagnation, which often benefits the rubber seals and mechanical components, though the overall age means that natural wear on consumable parts is expected. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and exhaust system, as the 2021ion identified a corroded nearside front coil spring and a broken rear exhaust mounting. While these appear to have been rectified given the clean records of the following years, the presence of corrosion in these areas indicates they may be prone to future failure. It is also advisable to check the integrity of the exhaust hangers and the condition of the remaining springs to ensure no new corrosion has developed since the last recorded repairs.
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SV09 WTL Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
  • 118,094 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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SV09 WTL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Jun 2026, 00:13
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Ford Focus (SV09 WTL) between January 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

SV09 WTL Mileage History

  1. 05/01/202397,092 mi
  2. 16/02/2024101,888 mi+4,796 mi
  3. 20/02/2025108,418 mi+6,530 mi
  4. 19/02/2026118,094 mi+9,676 mi

Average of roughly 6,724 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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