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Ford Cougar

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,988 cc

S796 XAVMOT history

S796 XAV is a silver petrol Ford Cougar first used on 16 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 132,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
132,282 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2023
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S796 XAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S796 XAV was last recorded at 132,282 miles on 15 Dec 2023, 303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Mar 2016: 110,169 miles, lower than 116,617 miles on 28 Jan 2016.

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
131,979 miles · 16 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
303 miles
Average per year
4,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,282 miles
  • 2022 – 131,979 miles
  • 2021 – 130,659 miles
  • 2020 – 128,298 miles
  • 2019 – 126,256 miles
  • 2018 – 121,290 miles
  • 2017 – 116,943 miles
  • 2016 – 110,169 miles
  • 2015 – 114,977 miles
  • 2014 – 111,631 miles
  • 2013 – 108,167 miles
  • 2012 – 105,020 miles
  • 2011 – 99,695 miles
  • 2010 – 90,911 miles
  • 2009 – 78,867 miles
  • 2008 – 71,245 miles
  • 2007 – 69,003 miles
  • 2006 – 62,166 miles
  • 2005 – 58,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,282 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced key areas and items (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,282 miles (+303)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,282 miles
    Test number
    999649383693
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced key areas and items (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass131,979 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    131,979 miles
    Test number
    636508512444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,659 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,659 miles
    Test number
    855261059942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail130,622 miles (+2,324)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,622 miles
    Test number
    556659763925
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass128,298 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,298 miles
    Test number
    419913296877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll welding covered with wax oil tar
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle badly corroded and welding covered in wax oil

  6. Fail128,295 miles (+2,039)10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,295 miles
    Test number
    665127329034
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle badly corroded and welding covered in wax oil

  7. Pass126,256 miles (+9)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    126,256 miles
    Test number
    492433429143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail126,247 miles (+4,957)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,247 miles
    Test number
    288590984870
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass121,290 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    121,290 miles
    Test number
    158908277049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Fail121,290 miles (+4,347)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,290 miles
    Test number
    312855541130
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass116,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    116,943 miles
    Test number
    469629429339
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail116,943 miles (+6,774)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,943 miles
    Test number
    634108225313
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass110,169 miles (-6,448)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    110,169 miles
    Test number
    596402473457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,617 miles (+1,640)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,617 miles
    Test number
    936718890681
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear feeds (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass114,977 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    114,977 miles
    Test number
    909200675033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery warning light on

  16. Fail114,977 miles (+3,346)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,977 miles
    Test number
    755378265006
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery warning light on

  17. Pass111,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    111,631 miles
    Test number
    326895864038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,631 miles (+3,464)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,631 miles
    Test number
    829134764099
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  19. Pass108,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    108,167 miles
    Test number
    279600563044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,167 miles (+3,147)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,167 miles
    Test number
    596409553079
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass105,020 miles (+5,325)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,020 miles
    Test number
    339737562025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,695 miles (+8,784)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,695 miles
    Test number
    689666861064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass90,911 miles (+12,044)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,911 miles
    Test number
    141373360033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    78,867 miles
    Test number
    173825869496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail78,867 miles (+7,622)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,867 miles
    Test number
    923165969060
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass71,245 miles (+2,242)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,245 miles
    Test number
    640377968057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    69,003 miles
    Test number
    811379467033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail69,003 miles (+6,837)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,003 miles
    Test number
    830539267023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  29. Fail62,166 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,166 miles
    Test number
    382920376017
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass62,166 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,166 miles
    Test number
    564830476023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass58,379 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    58,379 miles
    Test number
    373351925462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail58,254 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,254 miles
    Test number
    334292105203
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S796 XAV

Does S796 XAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S796 XAV expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S796 XAV?
The MOT on S796 XAV expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S796 XAV done?
S796 XAV was recorded at 132,282 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2023, an average of 4,023 miles a year.
Has S796 XAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S796 XAV has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S796 XAV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S796 XAV find?
S796 XAV failed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2023 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced key areas and items.

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