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SO09 BYL

2009 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlue
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 85,641 miles on the clock, averaging 5,107 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 SO09 BYL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
85,641
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2012
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,107

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading85,641 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year5,107
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SO09 BYL 16k34k51k68k86k '12'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,641 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,639 miles
Since last MOT+9,160 miles
PASS
Mileage76,479 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,476 miles
Since last MOT+4,785 miles
PASS
Mileage71,691 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,691 miles
Since last MOT+3,752 miles
PASS
Mileage67,939 miles
Since last MOT+4,246 miles
PASS
Mileage63,693 miles
Since last MOT+4,939 miles
PASS
Mileage58,754 miles
Since last MOT+2,875 miles
PASS
Mileage55,879 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,879 miles
Since last MOT+3,267 miles
PASS
Mileage52,612 miles
Since last MOT+2,180 miles
PASS
Mileage50,432 miles
Since last MOT+5,965 miles
PASS
Mileage44,467 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,467 miles
Since last MOT+7,374 miles
PASS
Mileage37,093 miles
Since last MOT+7,986 miles
PASS
Mileage29,107 miles
Since last MOT+7,931 miles
PASS
Mileage21,176 miles
Since last MOT+4,890 miles
PASS
Mileage16,286 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

RegistrationSO09 BYL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSO — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About SO09 BYL

What car is SO09 BYL?

SO09 BYL is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.

What is the mileage of SO09 BYL?

The last recorded mileage for SO09 BYL was 85,641 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SO09 BYL passed its MOT?

SO09 BYL has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2026.

Is SO09 BYL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO09 BYL 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 SO09 BYL?

SO09 BYL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.