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Ford Cougar

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,988 cc

T279 LBFMOT history

T279 LBF is a silver petrol Ford Cougar first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 169,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2026
Mileage
169,010 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 LBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2026
Latest MOT test
21 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 LBF was last recorded at 169,010 miles on 21 May 2025, 932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,078 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
932 miles
Average per year
2,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 169,010 miles
  • 2024 – 168,078 miles
  • 2023 – 165,733 miles
  • 2022 – 164,778 miles
  • 2021 – 162,927 miles
  • 2020 – 161,291 miles
  • 2019 – 159,799 miles
  • 2018 – 157,973 miles
  • 2017 – 156,375 miles
  • 2016 – 154,728 miles
  • 2015 – 153,171 miles
  • 2014 – 152,062 miles
  • 2013 – 150,562 miles
  • 2012 – 150,020 miles
  • 2011 – 148,148 miles
  • 2010 – 146,523 miles
  • 2009 – 143,117 miles
  • 2008 – 130,428 miles
  • 2007 – 121,394 miles
  • 2006 – 116,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,010 miles
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs heavily corroded on inside pad area
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly perished/cracking
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly perished/cracking
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Failure5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,010 miles (+932)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    169,010 miles
    Test number
    520849042103
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs heavily corroded on inside pad area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly perished/cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly perished/cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass168,078 miles (+2,345)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    168,078 miles
    Test number
    255101027096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass165,733 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    165,733 miles
    Test number
    962655248320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail165,717 miles (+939)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,717 miles
    Test number
    350427225899
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass164,778 miles (+1,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    164,778 miles
    Test number
    721035373863
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres edgers wearing

  6. Pass162,927 miles (+1,636)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    162,927 miles
    Test number
    335402220685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass161,291 miles (+1,492)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    161,291 miles
    Test number
    825175428129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass159,799 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    159,799 miles
    Test number
    329019952248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail159,693 miles (+1,720)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,693 miles
    Test number
    677682403045
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass157,973 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    157,973 miles
    Test number
    604815267171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass156,375 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    156,375 miles
    Test number
    698192839438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass154,728 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    154,728 miles
    Test number
    741918821702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail154,697 miles (+1,526)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,697 miles
    Test number
    211114218373
    • 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 Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  14. Pass153,171 miles (+1,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    153,171 miles
    Test number
    519071135136
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass152,062 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    152,062 miles
    Test number
    647506734101
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail152,042 miles (+1,480)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,042 miles
    Test number
    999465634173
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass150,562 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    150,562 miles
    Test number
    307281143177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass150,020 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    150,020 miles
    Test number
    196417832160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail150,014 miles (+1,866)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,014 miles
    Test number
    845626932108
    • 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)

  20. Pass148,148 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    148,148 miles
    Test number
    468467031162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass146,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    146,523 miles
    Test number
    631131940101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail146,523 miles (+3,406)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,523 miles
    Test number
    543920140176
    • 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)

  23. Pass143,117 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    143,117 miles
    Test number
    874378149193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail143,091 miles (+356)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,091 miles
    Test number
    661837549151
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Fail142,735 miles (+12,307)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,735 miles
    Test number
    511672639156
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass130,428 miles (+9,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    130,428 miles
    Test number
    542325898002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass121,394 miles (+5,042)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    121,394 miles
    Test number
    782188227179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail116,352 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,352 miles
    Test number
    172250646135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  29. Pass116,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    116,352 miles
    Test number
    641270846156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 LBF

Does T279 LBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T279 LBF expired on 27 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T279 LBF?
The MOT on T279 LBF expired on 27 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T279 LBF done?
T279 LBF was recorded at 169,010 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2025, an average of 2,771 miles a year.
Has T279 LBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 LBF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T279 LBF 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 T279 LBF find?
T279 LBF passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake discs heavily corroded on inside pad area; nearside front tyre slightly perished/cracking; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 3 more.

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