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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T357 ONGMOT history

T357 ONG is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 95,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
95,170 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T357 ONG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T357 ONG was last recorded at 95,170 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jun 2008: 20,844 miles, lower than 25,677 miles on 13 Jun 2007.

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
95,170 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,170 miles
  • 2025 – 92,696 miles
  • 2024 – 90,014 miles
  • 2023 – 87,100 miles
  • 2022 – 84,046 miles
  • 2021 – 80,363 miles
  • 2020 – 77,265 miles
  • 2019 – 72,670 miles
  • 2018 – 67,657 miles
  • 2017 – 63,033 miles
  • 2016 – 56,784 miles
  • 2015 – 50,056 miles
  • 2014 – 45,090 miles
  • 2013 – 39,635 miles
  • 2012 – 37,456 miles
  • 2011 – 36,706 miles
  • 2010 – 35,599 miles
  • 2009 – 32,854 miles
  • 2008 – 20,844 miles
  • 2007 – 25,677 miles
  • 2006 – 24,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,170 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • H/brake effort on limit n/s weaker

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    232475381229
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,170 miles (+2,474)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    352107498588
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,696 miles (+2,682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    92,696 miles
    Test number
    865773458612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play also Cover (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play also Cover (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,014 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,014 miles
    Test number
    700423579610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail89,951 miles (+2,851)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,951 miles
    Test number
    636070599388
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass87,100 miles (+3,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    87,100 miles
    Test number
    966548275873
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass84,046 miles (+3,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,046 miles
    Test number
    879394804798
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort weak

  8. Pass80,363 miles (+3,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,363 miles
    Test number
    950976469214
    • AdvisoryH/brake effort on limit n/s weaker

  9. Pass77,265 miles (+4,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    77,265 miles
    Test number
    122317258861
    • AdvisoryH/brake effort on limit n/s weak

  10. Pass72,670 miles (+5,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    72,670 miles
    Test number
    504782876289
    • AdvisoryH/brake effort on limit o/s weak

  11. Pass67,657 miles (+4,624)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,657 miles
    Test number
    222047072163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,033 miles (+6,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,033 miles
    Test number
    433405551244
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryH/brake effort on limit n/s weaker

  13. Pass56,784 miles (+6,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,784 miles
    Test number
    636215946693
    • AdvisoryH/brake effort on limit n/s weaker

  14. Pass50,056 miles (+4,966)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,056 miles
    Test number
    195385155190
    • NoteH/brake effort on limit n/s weak.

  15. Pass45,090 miles (+5,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,090 miles
    Test number
    109888064132
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  16. Pass39,635 miles (+2,179)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,635 miles
    Test number
    247444163445
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Pass37,456 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,456 miles
    Test number
    827537572189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,706 miles (+1,107)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,706 miles
    Test number
    289911871471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,599 miles (+2,745)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,599 miles
    Test number
    424809130012
    • NoteAll discs rusty, car been stood up

  20. Pass32,854 miles (+12,010)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,854 miles
    Test number
    900153279141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear pads 70% worn

  21. Pass20,844 miles (-4,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,844 miles
    Test number
    214427778165
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass25,677 miles (+744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,677 miles
    Test number
    604814767100
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass24,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,933 miles
    Test number
    690254566108
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T357 ONG

Does T357 ONG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T357 ONG is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T357 ONG?
The MOT on T357 ONG is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T357 ONG done?
T357 ONG was recorded at 95,170 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 3,510 miles a year.
Has T357 ONG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T357 ONG has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T357 ONG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T357 ONG find?
T357 ONG passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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