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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

C8 UGRMOT history

C8 UGR is a green petrol Ford Cougar first used on 26 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 193,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
193,710 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 UGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 UGR was last recorded at 193,710 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,635 miles · 8 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
8,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,710 miles
  • 2025 – 189,202 miles
  • 2024 – 184,334 miles
  • 2022 – 68,645 miles
  • 2021 – 67,774 miles
  • 2020 – 65,958 miles
  • 2019 – 64,196 miles
  • 2018 – 61,894 miles
  • 2017 – 60,160 miles
  • 2016 – 58,578 miles
  • 2015 – 55,691 miles
  • 2014 – 51,118 miles
  • 2013 – 47,424 miles
  • 2012 – 44,309 miles
  • 2011 – 41,479 miles
  • 2010 – 39,210 miles
  • 2009 – 36,006 miles
  • 2008 – 32,724 miles
  • 2007 – 26,597 miles
  • 2006 – 22,020 miles
  • 2005 – 18,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,710 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Heat shield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryLong handbrake travelRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,710 miles (+75)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    193,710 miles
    Test number
    597594525416
    • AdvisoryCentral Heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail193,635 miles (+4,433)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,635 miles
    Test number
    256599896915
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass189,202 miles (+117)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    189,202 miles
    Test number
    546456661421
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake 16% Efficiency only just met.

  4. Fail189,085 miles (+4,751)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,085 miles
    Test number
    977444862607
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass184,334 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    184,334 miles
    Test number
    280496998784
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail184,332 miles (+272)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,332 miles
    Test number
    612004971644
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail184,060 miles8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,060 miles
    Test number
    168565360240
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    744830001694
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass68,645 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,645 miles
    Test number
    472876890153
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from the offside rear and nearside rear mac pherson struts

  10. Fail68,644 miles (+870)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    142504550981
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from the offside rear and nearside rear mac pherson struts

  11. Pass67,774 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,774 miles
    Test number
    418852801883
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail67,773 miles (+1,815)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,773 miles
    Test number
    647504954174
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass65,958 miles (+1,762)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,958 miles
    Test number
    602407762125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,196 miles (+2,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,196 miles
    Test number
    561764918508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass61,894 miles (+1,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,894 miles
    Test number
    309986363973
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  16. Pass60,160 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,160 miles
    Test number
    343702609921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,578 miles
    Test number
    619507716082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,578 miles (+2,887)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,578 miles
    Test number
    814596072613
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass55,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    55,691 miles
    Test number
    657839292982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,691 miles (+4,573)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,691 miles
    Test number
    113184703978
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass51,118 miles (+3,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,118 miles
    Test number
    376573284261
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass47,424 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,424 miles
    Test number
    788224483233
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail47,424 miles (+3,115)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,424 miles
    Test number
    366644983430
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass44,309 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,309 miles
    Test number
    899836672286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside inner CV Gaitor split

  25. Fail44,309 miles (+2,830)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,309 miles
    Test number
    235516172248
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside inner CV Gaitor split

  26. Pass41,479 miles (+2,269)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,479 miles
    Test number
    548176971279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside inner CV gaitor split

  27. Pass39,210 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,210 miles
    Test number
    381178070427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Fail39,210 miles (+3,204)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,210 miles
    Test number
    981028970226
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass36,006 miles (+3,282)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,006 miles
    Test number
    474563579240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside inner driveshaft gaitor split

  30. Pass32,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,724 miles
    Test number
    161355478266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail32,724 miles (+6,127)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,724 miles
    Test number
    963234678222
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs badly corroded

  32. Pass26,597 miles (+4,577)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,597 miles
    Test number
    654003267278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWipers split on ends

  33. Pass22,020 miles (+3,636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,020 miles
    Test number
    791306466271
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer wall cut

  34. Pass18,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    18,384 miles
    Test number
    250053665293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 UGR

Does C8 UGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 UGR is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 UGR?
The MOT on C8 UGR is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 UGR done?
C8 UGR was recorded at 193,710 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 8,322 miles a year.
Has C8 UGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 UGR has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 UGR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C8 UGR find?
C8 UGR passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: central heat shield loose; long handbrake travel; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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