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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T348 KABMOT history

T348 KAB is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 91,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2024
Mileage
91,697 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T348 KAB
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T348 KAB was last recorded at 91,697 miles on 29 Jan 2024, 2,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,483 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
2,214 miles
Average per year
2,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,697 miles
  • 2023 – 89,483 miles
  • 2022 – 85,547 miles
  • 2021 – 81,680 miles
  • 2020 – 81,124 miles
  • 2019 – 80,030 miles
  • 2018 – 78,181 miles
  • 2017 – 75,276 miles
  • 2016 – 73,404 miles
  • 2015 – 71,118 miles
  • 2014 – 69,293 miles
  • 2013 – 66,466 miles
  • 2011 – 63,435 miles
  • 2010 – 61,577 miles
  • 2009 – 59,625 miles
  • 2008 – 58,166 miles
  • 2007 – 55,123 miles
  • 2006 – 51,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,697 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion /underseal on front and rear suspension components
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just metRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Underseal/corrosion on front and rear suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,697 miles (+2,214)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,697 miles
    Test number
    829843123329
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion /underseal on front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met

  2. Pass89,483 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,483 miles
    Test number
    321047258613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met
    • AdvisoryUnderseal/corrosion on front and rear suspension components

  3. Fail89,483 miles (+3,936)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,483 miles
    Test number
    779783150030
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met
    • AdvisoryUnderseal/corrosion on front and rear suspension components

  4. Pass85,547 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    85,547 miles
    Test number
    903308890824
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion and underseal on suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail85,547 miles (+3,867)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,547 miles
    Test number
    869717477921
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion and underseal on suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,680 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,680 miles
    Test number
    250861000477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,664 miles (+540)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,664 miles
    Test number
    772003897847
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass81,124 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,124 miles
    Test number
    247740682242
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail81,124 miles1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,124 miles
    Test number
    990154535973
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail81,124 miles (+1,094)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,124 miles
    Test number
    726980922906
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both inner faces heavily pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both front out riggers (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass80,030 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,030 miles
    Test number
    482833034122
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Fail80,028 miles (+1,847)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,028 miles
    Test number
    395185894877
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  13. Pass78,181 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,181 miles
    Test number
    649018158435
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Fail78,176 miles (+2,900)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,176 miles
    Test number
    413417210126
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested service brake test not carried out due to brake pipe leaking and offside parking brake inoperative (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass75,276 miles (+1,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,276 miles
    Test number
    780812639707
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass73,404 miles (+2,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,404 miles
    Test number
    220676654538
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  17. Pass71,118 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,118 miles
    Test number
    495334615020
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm and rear sub-frame slightly corroded

  18. Fail71,111 miles (+1,818)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,111 miles
    Test number
    389592215071
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm and rear sub-frame slightly corroded

  19. Pass69,293 miles (+2,827)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    69,293 miles
    Test number
    717095714078
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  20. Pass66,466 miles (+3,031)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,466 miles
    Test number
    778457803036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass63,435 miles (+1,858)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,435 miles
    Test number
    687242831395
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteFront wipers poor

  22. Pass61,577 miles (+1,952)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,577 miles
    Test number
    343044530323
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePower steering pump noisey

  23. Pass59,625 miles (+1,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,625 miles
    Test number
    411512249382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Pass58,166 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    58,166 miles
    Test number
    130553658350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,156 miles (+3,033)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,156 miles
    Test number
    191702858335
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass55,123 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,123 miles
    Test number
    570806907176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,086 miles
    Test number
    420956616096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T348 KAB

Does T348 KAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T348 KAB expired on 12 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T348 KAB?
The MOT on T348 KAB expired on 12 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T348 KAB done?
T348 KAB was recorded at 91,697 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2024, an average of 2,252 miles a year.
Has T348 KAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T348 KAB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T348 KAB 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 T348 KAB find?
T348 KAB failed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 7 more.

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