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EF59 VLM

2009 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Orange Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourOrange
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2009 Ford Focus Petrol 2521cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 82,968 miles on the clock, averaging 5,126 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for EF59 VLM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
82,968
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,126

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,968 miles
Reading date
Miles last year34
Average per year5,126
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF59 VLM 16k33k49k66k83k '12'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,968 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,934 miles
Since last MOT+6,688 miles
PASS
Mileage76,246 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,187 miles
Since last MOT+4,037 miles
PASS
Mileage72,150 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage66,565 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,565 miles
Since last MOT+536 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,029 miles
Since last MOT+3,677 miles
PASS
Mileage62,352 miles
Since last MOT+1,332 miles
PASS
Mileage61,020 miles
Since last MOT+282 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,738 miles
Since last MOT+7,223 miles
PASS
Mileage53,515 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,515 miles
Since last MOT+4,763 miles
PASS
Mileage48,752 miles
Since last MOT+9,956 miles
PASS
Mileage38,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,796 miles
Since last MOT+2,483 miles
PASS
Mileage36,313 miles
Since last MOT+9,425 miles
PASS
Mileage26,888 miles
Since last MOT+3,245 miles
PASS
Mileage23,643 miles
Since last MOT+7,763 miles
PASS
Mileage15,880 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)

Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)

Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 VLM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About EF59 VLM

What car is EF59 VLM?

EF59 VLM is an orange Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.

What is the mileage of EF59 VLM?

The last recorded mileage for EF59 VLM was 82,968 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF59 VLM passed its MOT?

EF59 VLM has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.

Is EF59 VLM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF59 VLM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is EF59 VLM?

EF59 VLM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.