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Ford Cougar

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T492 BAFMOT history

T492 BAF is a silver petrol Ford Cougar first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2024
Mileage
91,500 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T492 BAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T492 BAF was last recorded at 91,500 miles on 9 Apr 2023, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,482 miles · 7 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 91,500 miles
  • 2022 – 91,482 miles
  • 2021 – 91,032 miles
  • 2020 – 89,807 miles
  • 2018 – 89,518 miles
  • 2017 – 88,565 miles
  • 2016 – 86,305 miles
  • 2015 – 82,532 miles
  • 2014 – 79,038 miles
  • 2013 – 75,121 miles
  • 2012 – 70,438 miles
  • 2011 – 65,348 miles
  • 2010 – 60,613 miles
  • 2009 – 56,227 miles
  • 2008 – 51,506 miles
  • 2007 – 47,995 miles
  • 2006 – 44,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,500 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,500 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,500 miles
    Test number
    657311638992
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass91,482 miles (+450)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,482 miles
    Test number
    137808924460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass91,032 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,032 miles
    Test number
    255482672230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail91,017 miles (+1,210)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,017 miles
    Test number
    622657109457
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass89,807 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,807 miles
    Test number
    347729488862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail89,807 miles (+289)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,807 miles
    Test number
    422144830011
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,518 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,518 miles
    Test number
    324772002517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,505 miles (+940)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,505 miles
    Test number
    862154239749
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged bracket detached (3.4.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe to n/s brake (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe to o/s rear brake (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged bracket detached (3.4.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end of outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  9. Pass88,565 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,565 miles
    Test number
    292838162366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  10. Fail88,533 miles (+395)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,533 miles
    Test number
    848866042266
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  11. Fail88,138 miles (+1,833)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,138 miles
    Test number
    758851647902
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass86,305 miles (+3,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,305 miles
    Test number
    245362837655
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to chassis and components

  13. Pass82,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,532 miles
    Test number
    887240675072
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Fail82,532 miles (+3,494)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,532 miles
    Test number
    346840475014
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass79,038 miles (+3,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,038 miles
    Test number
    259493884039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,121 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,121 miles
    Test number
    216076283069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,101 miles (+4,663)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,101 miles
    Test number
    637045483097
    • FailureCentre Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • 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)

  18. Pass70,438 miles (+5,090)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,438 miles
    Test number
    196249482038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass65,348 miles (+4,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,348 miles
    Test number
    718553081037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass60,613 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,613 miles
    Test number
    370315180099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,227 miles (+4,721)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,227 miles
    Test number
    720806389056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass51,506 miles (+3,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,506 miles
    Test number
    222506688010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass47,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,995 miles
    Test number
    152627387001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,995 miles (+3,361)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,995 miles
    Test number
    331847387095
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  25. Pass44,634 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,634 miles
    Test number
    600493286004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wheels stiff to turn

Questions about T492 BAF

Does T492 BAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T492 BAF expired on 8 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T492 BAF?
The MOT on T492 BAF expired on 8 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T492 BAF done?
T492 BAF was recorded at 91,500 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2023, an average of 2,750 miles a year.
Has T492 BAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T492 BAF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T492 BAF 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 T492 BAF find?
T492 BAF passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side.

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