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EX59 BAU

2009 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1560cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 139,553 miles on the clock, averaging 8,753 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for EX59 BAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,553
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2012
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,753

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading139,553 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,753
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX59 BAU 29k57k85k112k140k '12'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,553 miles
Since last MOT+1,213 miles
PASS
Mileage138,340 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,340 miles
Since last MOT+9,268 miles
PASS
Mileage129,072 miles
Since last MOT+9,562 miles
PASS
Mileage119,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,510 miles
Since last MOT+9,881 miles
PASS
Mileage109,629 miles
Since last MOT+5,755 miles
PASS
Mileage103,874 miles
Since last MOT+9,724 miles
PASS
Mileage94,150 miles
Since last MOT+10,826 miles
PASS
Mileage83,324 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,313 miles
Since last MOT+10,958 miles
PASS
Mileage72,355 miles
Since last MOT+10,776 miles
PASS
Mileage61,579 miles
Since last MOT+12,914 miles
PASS
Mileage48,665 miles
Since last MOT+10,639 miles
PASS
Mileage38,026 miles
Since last MOT+8,564 miles
PASS
Mileage29,462 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.

Turbocharger (Garrett GT15 variable geometry turbo) – oil feed pipe sludge build-up leading to starvation and failure

EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve and actuator)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 BAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About EX59 BAU

What car is EX59 BAU?

EX59 BAU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.

What is the mileage of EX59 BAU?

The last recorded mileage for EX59 BAU was 139,553 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX59 BAU passed its MOT?

EX59 BAU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2025.

Is EX59 BAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX59 BAU 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 EX59 BAU?

EX59 BAU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.