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Ford Cougar

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T274 ABWMOT history

T274 ABW is a black petrol Ford Cougar first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2021 and it has passed 15 of 30 MOT tests, with 89,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2021
Mileage
89,124 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
30
15 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T274 ABW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T274 ABW was last recorded at 89,124 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 1,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,887 miles · 7 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
1,237 miles
Average per year
2,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 89,124 miles
  • 2020 – 87,887 miles
  • 2019 – 85,130 miles
  • 2018 – 85,030 miles
  • 2017 – 83,379 miles
  • 2016 – 81,430 miles
  • 2015 – 78,970 miles
  • 2014 – 77,275 miles
  • 2013 – 74,940 miles
  • 2012 – 73,275 miles
  • 2011 – 71,297 miles
  • 2010 – 68,047 miles
  • 2009 – 63,678 miles
  • 2008 – 58,983 miles
  • 2007 – 56,394 miles
  • 2006 – 53,721 miles
  • 2005 – 51,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,124 miles
  • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system centre pipe supplying rear brake (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached rubber mounts perished/cracked to excess (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousSecondary bonnet catch sticking
  • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded centre pipe supplying rear brakes (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,124 miles (+1,237)5 dangerous12 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    376854373138
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system centre pipe supplying rear brake (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached rubber mounts perished/cracked to excess (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSecondary bonnet catch sticking
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded centre pipe supplying rear brakes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,887 miles (+2,757)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,887 miles
    Test number
    389777830259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,130 miles (+100)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,130 miles
    Test number
    421798705984
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills welded and undersealed

  4. Fail85,030 miles (+1,651)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,030 miles
    Test number
    712343973030
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  5. Pass83,379 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,379 miles
    Test number
    624809972968
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

  6. Fail83,379 miles (+1,949)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,379 miles
    Test number
    195489026747
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass81,430 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    81,430 miles
    Test number
    307970735193
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail81,430 miles (+2,460)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,430 miles
    Test number
    427930579853
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass78,970 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,970 miles
    Test number
    789180112193
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  10. Fail78,963 miles (+1,688)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,963 miles
    Test number
    539371197108
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  11. Pass77,275 miles (+5)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,275 miles
    Test number
    879433544308
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Fail77,270 miles (+2,330)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,270 miles
    Test number
    209159234357
    • DangerousFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass74,940 miles (+10)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    74,940 miles
    Test number
    775029833325
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail74,930 miles (+1,655)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    559606333385
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass73,275 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    73,275 miles
    Test number
    259501442349
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail73,273 miles (+1,976)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,273 miles
    Test number
    467108132459
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass71,297 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    71,297 miles
    Test number
    626808611392
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail71,297 miles (+3,250)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,297 miles
    Test number
    119458011363
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail68,047 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,047 miles
    Test number
    234387830318
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass68,047 miles (+4,369)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,047 miles
    Test number
    994337530306
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass63,678 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    63,678 miles
    Test number
    362874839349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,563 miles (+4,580)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,563 miles
    Test number
    104784229353
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

  23. Pass58,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    58,983 miles
    Test number
    251641148303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,983 miles (+2,589)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,983 miles
    Test number
    810681348382
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass56,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,394 miles
    Test number
    570725737360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,394 miles (+2,673)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,394 miles
    Test number
    134395537334
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail53,721 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,721 miles
    Test number
    462189336389
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront pads are worn

  28. Pass53,721 miles (+2,556)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    53,721 miles
    Test number
    994209436356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront pads are worn

  29. Pass51,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    51,165 miles
    Test number
    614429335395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail51,155 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,155 miles
    Test number
    382319035392
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T274 ABW

Does T274 ABW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T274 ABW expired on 6 Aug 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T274 ABW?
The MOT on T274 ABW expired on 6 Aug 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T274 ABW done?
T274 ABW was recorded at 89,124 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 2,381 miles a year.
Has T274 ABW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T274 ABW has failed 15 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T274 ABW 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 T274 ABW find?
T274 ABW failed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 5 dangerous defects, 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system centre pipe supplying rear brake; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall, and 22 more.

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