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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

S761 CAVMOT history

S761 CAV is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 25 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2022
Mileage
113,042 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S761 CAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S761 CAV was last recorded at 113,042 miles on 20 Sept 2022, 3,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2018: 102,227 miles, lower than 185,803 miles on 16 Mar 2017.
  • 18 Sept 2020: 107,935 miles, lower than 214,277 miles on 4 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,921 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,121 miles
Average per year
3,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,042 miles
  • 2021 – 109,921 miles
  • 2020 – 107,936 miles
  • 2019 – 105,374 miles
  • 2018 – 102,227 miles
  • 2017 – 185,803 miles
  • 2016 – 94,249 miles
  • 2015 – 91,681 miles
  • 2014 – 86,271 miles
  • 2013 – 79,629 miles
  • 2012 – 73,449 miles
  • 2011 – 65,914 miles
  • 2010 – 61,312 miles
  • 2009 – 57,496 miles
  • 2008 – 54,379 miles
  • 2007 – 50,658 miles
  • 2006 – 46,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,042 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,042 miles (+3,121)11 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,042 miles
    Test number
    678715385099
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,921 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,921 miles
    Test number
    611963675358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass107,936 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,936 miles
    Test number
    350749264941
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail107,935 miles (-106,342)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,935 miles
    Test number
    601914665332
    • MajorFront Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail214,277 miles (+108,903)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,277 miles
    Test number
    928990356139
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement gear box touching sub frame (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  6. Pass105,374 miles (+3,147)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    105,374 miles
    Test number
    806640681612
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass102,227 miles (-83,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    102,227 miles
    Test number
    475597612554
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass185,803 miles (+91,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    185,803 miles
    Test number
    640273361909
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass94,249 miles (+2,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    94,249 miles
    Test number
    702866963025
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs rusted and lipped and on designed wear limit

  10. Pass91,681 miles (+5,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,681 miles
    Test number
    938862365026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass86,271 miles (+6,642)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    86,271 miles
    Test number
    659151954001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,629 miles (+6,180)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,629 miles
    Test number
    777012853064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,449 miles (+7,535)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,449 miles
    Test number
    597003152022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,914 miles (+4,602)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    65,914 miles
    Test number
    106876151410
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroding

  15. Fail61,312 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,312 miles
    Test number
    122967430479
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass61,312 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,312 miles
    Test number
    342297530036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,496 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    57,496 miles
    Test number
    654352159013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,470 miles (+3,091)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,470 miles
    Test number
    703721249003
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,379 miles (+3,721)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,379 miles
    Test number
    410770948059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,658 miles (+3,887)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,658 miles
    Test number
    754847037083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,771 miles
    Test number
    961271336004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S761 CAV

Does S761 CAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S761 CAV expired on 22 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S761 CAV?
The MOT on S761 CAV expired on 22 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S761 CAV done?
S761 CAV was recorded at 113,042 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2022, an average of 3,984 miles a year.
Has S761 CAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S761 CAV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S761 CAV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S761 CAV find?
S761 CAV failed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2022 with 11 major defects and 1 minor defect: front windscreen washer not working; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link, and 9 more.

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