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EK09 DXL

2009 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 118,848 miles on the clock, averaging 7,253 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 EK09 DXL

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,848
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2012
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,253

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading118,848 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year7,253
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EK09 DXL 21k46k70k94k119k '12'25'20

Check EK09 DXL

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,848 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,836 miles
Since last MOT+1,638 miles
PASS
Mileage117,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,198 miles
Since last MOT+2,195 miles
PASS
Mileage115,003 miles
Since last MOT+6,327 miles
PASS
Mileage108,676 miles
Since last MOT+8,946 miles
PASS
Mileage99,730 miles
Since last MOT+105 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,625 miles
Since last MOT+12,543 miles
PASS
Mileage87,082 miles
Since last MOT+6,543 miles
PASS
Mileage80,539 miles
Since last MOT+14,122 miles
PASS
Mileage66,417 miles
Since last MOT+5,567 miles
PASS
Mileage60,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,850 miles
Since last MOT+6,639 miles
PASS
Mileage54,211 miles
Since last MOT+11,918 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,293 miles
Since last MOT+8,409 miles
PASS
Mileage33,884 miles
Since last MOT+6,969 miles
PASS
Mileage26,915 miles
Since last MOT+5,726 miles
PASS
Mileage21,189 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

RegistrationEK09 DXL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeEK — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About EK09 DXL

What car is EK09 DXL?

EK09 DXL is an black Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.

What is the mileage of EK09 DXL?

The last recorded mileage for EK09 DXL was 118,848 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EK09 DXL passed its MOT?

EK09 DXL has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.

Is EK09 DXL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK09 DXL 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 EK09 DXL?

EK09 DXL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.