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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T487 SEVMOT history

T487 SEV is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jan 2025
Mileage
129,039 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T487 SEV
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
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T487 SEV was last recorded at 129,039 miles on 8 Jan 2024, 803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,236 miles · 9 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
803 miles
Average per year
3,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,039 miles
  • 2022 – 128,236 miles
  • 2021 – 128,082 miles
  • 2020 – 127,897 miles
  • 2019 – 126,978 miles
  • 2018 – 125,361 miles
  • 2017 – 124,313 miles
  • 2016 – 123,134 miles
  • 2015 – 121,396 miles
  • 2014 – 118,302 miles
  • 2013 – 114,183 miles
  • 2012 – 111,273 miles
  • 2011 – 104,840 miles
  • 2010 – 97,786 miles
  • 2009 – 91,383 miles
  • 2008 – 82,158 miles
  • 2007 – 74,416 miles
  • 2006 – 66,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,039 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded (front and rear

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Sills and floor covered with underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,039 miles (+803)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    129,039 miles
    Test number
    343426782160
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded (front and rear

  2. Pass128,236 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,236 miles
    Test number
    594338454270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySills and floor covered with underseal

  3. Fail128,235 miles (+33)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,235 miles
    Test number
    612134935202
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySills and floor covered with underseal

  4. Fail128,202 miles (+120)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,202 miles
    Test number
    783219975568
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill riser (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,082 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,082 miles
    Test number
    595617667534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail128,078 miles (+181)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,078 miles
    Test number
    761378099435
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,897 miles (+919)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    127,897 miles
    Test number
    372018129962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,978 miles (+1,617)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    126,978 miles
    Test number
    603247246949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass125,361 miles (+1,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    125,361 miles
    Test number
    579290278553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low on inner edges

  10. Pass124,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    124,313 miles
    Test number
    649443713898
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  11. Fail124,313 miles (+1,179)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,313 miles
    Test number
    507245608010
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass123,134 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,134 miles
    Test number
    558234401040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,396 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,396 miles
    Test number
    699441145074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass118,302 miles (+4,119)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    118,302 miles
    Test number
    719331244002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Pass114,183 miles (+2,910)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    114,183 miles
    Test number
    458724443058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  16. Pass111,273 miles (+6,433)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    111,273 miles
    Test number
    735759852041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,840 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    104,840 miles
    Test number
    847092351014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,786 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,786 miles
    Test number
    794146040094
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass97,786 miles (+6,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    97,786 miles
    Test number
    981826640042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass91,383 miles (+9,225)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,383 miles
    Test number
    793044159051
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs in very poor condition

  21. Pass82,158 miles (+7,742)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    82,158 miles
    Test number
    403812648017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,416 miles (+8,065)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    74,416 miles
    Test number
    101050357417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    66,351 miles
    Test number
    180872356413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T487 SEV

Does T487 SEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T487 SEV expired on 7 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T487 SEV?
The MOT on T487 SEV expired on 7 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T487 SEV done?
T487 SEV was recorded at 129,039 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2024, an average of 3,506 miles a year.
Has T487 SEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T487 SEV has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T487 SEV 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 T487 SEV find?
T487 SEV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2024 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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