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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T242 CNOMOT history

T242 CNO is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 109,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
109,831 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T242 CNO
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
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T242 CNO was last recorded at 109,831 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jun 2014: 90,903 miles, lower than 91,903 miles on 19 Jun 2014.

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
109,122 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
709 miles
Average per year
2,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,831 miles
  • 2024 – 109,122 miles
  • 2023 – 108,597 miles
  • 2022 – 107,607 miles
  • 2021 – 106,309 miles
  • 2020 – 104,370 miles
  • 2019 – 102,264 miles
  • 2018 – 99,739 miles
  • 2017 – 97,818 miles
  • 2016 – 95,810 miles
  • 2015 – 93,728 miles
  • 2014 – 90,903 miles
  • 2013 – 89,878 miles
  • 2012 – 88,411 miles
  • 2011 – 86,372 miles
  • 2010 – 84,548 miles
  • 2009 – 82,712 miles
  • 2008 – 80,517 miles
  • 2007 – 73,314 miles
  • 2006 – 68,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,831 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVarious corosion underneath on floor pans and sills

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    109,831 miles
    Test number
    991247392464
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corosion underneath on floor pans and sills

  2. Fail109,831 miles (+709)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,831 miles
    Test number
    446321591043
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corosion underneath on floor pans and sills

  3. Pass109,122 miles (+525)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    109,122 miles
    Test number
    124149978616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass108,597 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    108,597 miles
    Test number
    813513097658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail108,594 miles (+987)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,594 miles
    Test number
    124559861092
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass107,607 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,607 miles
    Test number
    325045873867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side body and various suspension components corroded

  7. Fail107,605 miles (+1,296)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,605 miles
    Test number
    200257962997
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side body and various suspension components corroded

  8. Pass106,309 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    106,309 miles
    Test number
    186700171397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail106,309 miles (+1,939)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,309 miles
    Test number
    786985383809
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass104,370 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,370 miles
    Test number
    146805134291
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side body and suspension components corroded

  11. Fail104,369 miles (+2,105)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,369 miles
    Test number
    939689497714
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side body and suspension components corroded

  12. Pass102,264 miles (+2,525)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,264 miles
    Test number
    313569269392
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside body has slight corrosion

  13. Pass99,739 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,739 miles
    Test number
    111084479111
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion on underside

  14. Fail99,737 miles (+1,919)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,737 miles
    Test number
    353332414738
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion on underside

  15. Pass97,818 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    97,818 miles
    Test number
    982645686046
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  16. Fail97,783 miles (+1,973)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,783 miles
    Test number
    980623023904
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  17. Pass95,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    468691222547
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside body has slight corrosion

  18. Fail95,810 miles (+2,082)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    959593157966
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Front (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Rear (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside body has slight corrosion

  19. Pass93,728 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,728 miles
    Test number
    759327565144
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  20. Fail93,728 miles (+2,825)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,728 miles
    Test number
    569886165121
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  21. Pass90,903 miles (-1,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,903 miles
    Test number
    598781874144
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished on sidewalls and low on tread

  22. Fail91,903 miles (+2,025)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,903 miles
    Test number
    919050874153
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished on sidewalls and low on tread

  23. Pass89,878 miles (+1,467)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,878 miles
    Test number
    115942573195
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing slightly

  24. Pass88,411 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,411 miles
    Test number
    245255882489
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  25. Fail88,373 miles (+2,001)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,373 miles
    Test number
    545671282187
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  26. Fail86,372 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,372 miles
    Test number
    507525441177
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes near fuel tank slightly corroded
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded slightly

  27. Pass86,372 miles (+1,824)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    86,372 miles
    Test number
    837605941115
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes near fuel tank slightly corroded
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded slightly

  28. Pass84,548 miles (+1,836)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    84,548 miles
    Test number
    290122460468
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront no plate damamaged/deteriating
    • NoteRear tyres getting low

  29. Pass82,712 miles (+2,195)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,712 miles
    Test number
    554659159137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,517 miles (+7,203)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    80,517 miles
    Test number
    610135958109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass73,314 miles (+4,998)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    73,314 miles
    Test number
    530059347150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass68,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    68,316 miles
    Test number
    931581356157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T242 CNO

Does T242 CNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T242 CNO is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T242 CNO?
The MOT on T242 CNO is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T242 CNO done?
T242 CNO was recorded at 109,831 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 2,126 miles a year.
Has T242 CNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T242 CNO has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T242 CNO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T242 CNO find?
T242 CNO passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; various corosion underneath on floor pans and sills.

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