Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2009 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 115,017 miles on the clock, averaging 6,074 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for EK09 VEF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,017 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 564 |
| Average per year | 6,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK09 VEF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EK09 VEF
What car is EK09 VEF?
EK09 VEF is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EK09 VEF?
The last recorded mileage for EK09 VEF was 115,017 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK09 VEF passed its MOT?
EK09 VEF has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 17 Nov 2025.
Is EK09 VEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK09 VEF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EK09 VEF?
EK09 VEF is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.