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Ford Cougar

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T457 THKMOT history

T457 THK is a black petrol Ford Cougar first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 53,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2023
Mileage
53,153 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T457 THK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T457 THK was last recorded at 53,153 miles on 7 Oct 2022, 157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
52,996 miles · 5 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
157 miles
Average per year
1,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 53,153 miles
  • 2021 – 52,996 miles
  • 2020 – 52,716 miles
  • 2019 – 52,513 miles
  • 2018 – 52,079 miles
  • 2017 – 51,295 miles
  • 2016 – 50,299 miles
  • 2015 – 49,124 miles
  • 2014 – 47,523 miles
  • 2013 – 45,922 miles
  • 2012 – 44,337 miles
  • 2011 – 42,520 miles
  • 2010 – 40,742 miles
  • 2009 – 39,042 miles
  • 2008 – 36,847 miles
  • 2007 – 33,996 miles
  • 2006 – 31,274 miles
  • 2005 – 27,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,153 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe corrosion.
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,153 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    53,153 miles
    Test number
    190907267421
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe corrosion.
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.

  2. Fail53,153 miles (+157)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,153 miles
    Test number
    978927872234
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe corrosion.
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.

  3. Pass52,996 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,996 miles
    Test number
    232962034092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass52,716 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,716 miles
    Test number
    642778058014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass52,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,513 miles
    Test number
    357744213866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail52,513 miles (+434)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,513 miles
    Test number
    813176247508
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    52,079 miles
    Test number
    584890039969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail52,079 miles (+784)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,079 miles
    Test number
    460255927217
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass51,295 miles (+996)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,295 miles
    Test number
    627572076716
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass50,299 miles (+1,175)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,299 miles
    Test number
    514956885733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,124 miles (+1,601)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    49,124 miles
    Test number
    374102611995
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass47,523 miles (+1,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,523 miles
    Test number
    369000684406
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass45,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    45,922 miles
    Test number
    399080983454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,922 miles (+1,585)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,922 miles
    Test number
    467950083215
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass44,337 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,337 miles
    Test number
    685342982225
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth front wipers slightly smearing screen
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail44,337 miles (+1,817)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,337 miles
    Test number
    266082782229
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBoth front wipers slightly smearing screen
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass42,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,520 miles
    Test number
    349617871206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,520 miles (+1,778)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,520 miles
    Test number
    325537971493
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass40,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    40,742 miles
    Test number
    123328770289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,742 miles (+1,700)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,742 miles
    Test number
    374898370465
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  21. Pass39,042 miles (+2,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,042 miles
    Test number
    750968679254
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Pass36,847 miles (+2,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    36,847 miles
    Test number
    421066078228
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass33,996 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    412061887229
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail33,996 miles (+2,722)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    130711987210
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass31,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,274 miles
    Test number
    412019676240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail31,274 miles (+3,346)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,274 miles
    Test number
    633639076218
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass27,928 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    27,928 miles
    Test number
    214324685210
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T457 THK

Does T457 THK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T457 THK expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T457 THK?
The MOT on T457 THK expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T457 THK done?
T457 THK was recorded at 53,153 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2022, an average of 1,485 miles a year.
Has T457 THK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T457 THK has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T457 THK 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 T457 THK find?
T457 THK passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2022 with 10 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front power steering pipe corrosion.; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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